Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

The Corvallis Clinic; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate and dedicated team at an established clinic where your role as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant will be pivotal in providing exceptional patient care. You will assist physicians with ocular screenings, maintain equipment, and ensure a smooth workflow in a fast-paced environment. With a strong emphasis on work-life balance and generous benefits, this position offers you the chance to thrive both professionally and personally. Embrace the opportunity to make a real difference in patients' lives while being part of a supportive and engaging workplace culture.

Benefits

Work-life balance

9 Paid Holidays

Generous Personal Leave Accrual

Medical, Dental, FSA benefits

Employer contribution to HSA and HRA

Employer paid Long Term Disability

401k with clinic match

Pay on Demand

Casual Fridays

Employee engagement events

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; COA, CPOA, or CMA certification needed.
• Must obtain BLS certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist physician with patient care and ocular examinations.
• Maintain inventory control and prepare patients for examinations.

Skills

Basic clinical skills

Prioritization

Multi-tasking

Communication with staff and patients

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification as COA, CPOA, or CMA

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Tools

Ocular testing equipment

Lensometer

Job description

Compensation: $18.40 - $24.00 per hour (based on years of experience)

Summary:

The Certified Ophthalmic Assistant provides assistance to the physician with patient care in accordance with established methods and techniques while conforming to recognized standards.

Principal Responsibilities:

1. Will participate and maintain a culture within The Corvallis Clinic consistent with the content outlined in the Service and Behavioral Standards Caregiver document. To this end, employee will be expected to read, have familiarity, and embrace the principles contained within.
2. Compiles all chart and background information at the beginning of the day for the physician.
3. Performs ocular screening examinations, auto refraction, K. Readings, visual acuity testing, and other required tests using various standardized means in order to prepare the physician with the information needed for the care of Ophthalmic patients. Maintain and repair all equipment in a timely manner.
4. Reads glasses on lensometer.
5. Assists in surgical procedures with the ability to prepare the patients for the physician’s examinations.
6. Stocks and maintain inventory control of medicines and supplies. Clean and stock shared work areas and exam rooms.

Education, Licensure, and Experience:

1. High school diploma or equivalent required.
2. Current certification as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA), Certified Paraoptometric Assistant (CPOA), or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) required.
3. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to complete BLS certification within 90 days of hire required.

Knowledge and Skills:

1. Knowledge of basic clinical skills to provide patient care.
2. Ability to prioritize.
3. Ability to work compatibly with physicians, patients, and other staff.
4. Must also be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and cope with the hazards of a busy, fast-paced work environment.

Perks and Benefits:

• Work-life balance is a top priority at The Corvallis Clinic.
• 7 holidays + 2 floating holidays = 9 Paid Holidays! Early release on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve.
• Generous Personal Leave Accrual.
• Benefits: Medical w/ HSA or HRA, Dental, Flexible Spending Acct (FSA).
• Employer contribution to HSA and HRA (when enrolled in Medical Plan).
• Employer paid Long Term Disability (LTD), Basic Life/AD&D, Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Voluntary Benefits (Vision, Life Insurance and AD&D, Pet Insurance, Aflac, Legal Shield).
• Retirement - 401k eligible and auto enrolled after 90 days, 100% vested from day 1, with discretionary clinic match after 1 year (w/hours requirement) and discretionary Profit Share after 2 years (w/hours requirement).
• Pay on Demand (up to 2x per month).
• Casual Fridays (with clinic approved attire).
• Year-round employee engagement events and festivities.
• Team centered culture, delivering exceptional medical care with compassion and a commitment to service.