Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, Highland Oaks

400 Wake Forest University Health Sciences; Williamsburg Square (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 health coverage

Sign-on bonus $6,000

PTO 25 days/year

Employer retirement contributions 7%

Job summary

Advocate Health is hiring a full-time Ophthalmology Assistant at Highland Oaks in Winston-Salem, NC. The role supports ophthalmologists with patient intake, testing, and equipment maintenance.

Requires COA certification, CPR, and at least 1 year in ophthalmology; benefits include day-1 health coverage, generous PTO, and retirement contributions. The position offers weekday schedule, 40 hours per week, with a $6,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• COA certification (JCAHPO) in Ophthalmology.
• CPR certification required.
• One year ophthalmology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs preliminary screenings as ordered by physician: collect ocular histories, obtain visual acuity, measure tonometry, lensometry, and perform pupil exams.
• Maintains ophthalmic exam lanes/equipment and clinic spaces.
• Cleans ophthalmic equipment in exam rooms per guidelines.
• Ensures exam rooms/lane are stocked and organized.
• Interacts with patients, families, coworkers, and physicians professionally and maintains confidentiality.
• Participates in ongoing professional development and maintains CPR certification.

Skills

COA certification

CPR certification

EMR experience

Ophthalmic knowledge

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

COA certification (JCAHPO)

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Department: 02270 WFBMG University Group Practice: Winston Salem Highland Oaks - Ophthalmology Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Monday-Friday 8am 5PM Pay Range $21.45 - $32.20

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Full Time, Days Located at Highland Oaks This job qualifies for a $6,000 sign-on bonus, provided the candidate meets the eligibility requirements.

Day 1 Health Coverage: Choose from either copay or HSA-eligible health insurance options with coverage starting on your first day of work.

Generous PTO: Accrual starts at 25 days/year, to be used for vacations, sickness, holidays, and personal matters.

Retirement: Up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions.

MUST HAVE

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Certification by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel (JCAHPO) in Ophthalmology at the Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) level.
• CPR certification (American Heart Association OR American Red Cross) required.
• One year work experience, preferably in an eye-related field.

NICE TO HAVE

• Previous work experience in ophthalmology preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs preliminary screenings as ordered via physician including but not limited to providing detailed patient medical/ocular histories, obtaining visual acuity, tonometry, lensometry, pupil exam, instilling ocular medication, and visual field testing.
• Maintains assigned ophthalmic exam lanes/equipment in clinic.
• Cleans ophthalmic equipment in exam rooms according to guidelines.
• Maintains physical environment of exam rooms.
• Ensures exam room/lane are stocked appropriately.
• Interacts with patients/families, coworkers, and physicians in professional courteous manner always.
• Always maintain patient confidentiality.
• Always contributes to the positive atmosphere of the workplace.
• Participates in own professional development by maintaining required competencies, required continuing education hours to maintain certification according to JCAHPO guidelines.
• Maintains current CPR certification during employment.
• Under the direction of the physician may perform prescription refill following standard guidelines.
• Demonstrates dedication to patient service and care by serving as a role model in always delivering quality patient care.
• Performs other job duties incidental to the work described here in and based on Certification level.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Computer skills, work experience with Electronic Medical Record preferred.
• Solid understanding of ophthalmic practice and care of ophthalmic patients.
• Knowledge of ophthalmic instrumentation.
• Proficient in basic preliminary ophthalmic testing according to certification COA.
• Ability to multitask with efficiency.
• Understands the need for efficient use of time.
• Ability to recognize common safety hazards and take precautions to establish a safe work surrounding.
• Ability to withstand long periods of standing and walking.
• Focused and organized, always working as a team player.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Clean, comfortable, office environment. Moderate noise level.

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

• Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Benefits and more
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care