Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Miller Place, NY

NCSL International; Miller Place (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Optum NY, seeking a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant to join our Miller Place team. You'll participate in patient care, perform preliminary screenings, and assist with eye exams using a slit lamp. You may administer dilation or anesthetic drops and support lens fitting.

Requirements include a high school diploma and JCAHPO certification; BLS and 2+ years ophthalmology experience are preferred. Office hours include Mon-Thu 7am-7pm and Fri-Sat 8am-4pm, with 8-hour shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification as a certified Ophthalmic Assistant by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO).
• Ability to support shifts within the hours of operation (Mon - Thurs 7am - 7pm and Fri/Sat 8am - 4pm).
• BLS Certification (preferred).
• 2+ years of directly related experience working for an Ophthalmologist (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Participates in patient care under supervision, performing preliminary screening exams including visual acuity, history taking, tonometry, lensometry, motility, pupil assessment, visual fields, simple color vision tests, and may perform refraction.
• Examines the cornea, lens, and anterior chamber of the eye using a slit lamp and notes variations from normal; may administer dilation or anesthetic drops.
• Assists with patient contact lens insertion and removal training; stocks and maintains rooms; orders supplies and sterilizes equipment as needed.
• Performs clerical tasks including appointments, phone screening, answering phones, relaying messages, and updating patient charts.
• Maintains confidentiality and fosters a positive, respectful work environment; supports staff development and ongoing learning.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BLS Certification

2+ years ophthalmology experience

Job description

Optum NY, is seeking a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant to join our team in Miller Place, NY. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Schedule:

Office is open Monday-Thursday 7AM - 7PM, Friday and Saturday 8:00-4:00. 8 hour shifts. One evening shift per week and 2 Saturdays per month.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Participates in the delivery of patient care in an effective manner. Under close supervision perform preliminary screening examinations for physician review including, but not limited to, visual acuity, history taking, tonometry, lensometry, motility, pupil assessment, visual fields, simple color vision tests, and may perform refraction. Examine the cornea, lens, and anterior chamber of the eye using a slit lamp and note variations from normal. May administer dilation or anesthetic drops. May assist with patient contact lens insertion and removal training
• Performs stocking and maintenance functions. Maintains physical environment of exam and procedure rooms. Cleans and stocks rooms daily and maintains appropriate supply of sample drug medications as needed. Assists with ordering medical/office supplies. Prepares for transport of contaminated instruments and equipment for sterilization. Facilitates calibration, maintenance, and monitoring of equipment as needed
• Performs various clerical functions. Assists with appointments and telephone call screening activities. Answers phones, takes messages and relays to appropriate individuals. Under direction of physician, may call pharmacy with prescription refills and records prescriptions in patient's chart. Files test results, forms, and letters into medical record
• Demonstrates a positive, concerned, and sensitive response in the workplace. Interacts with patients, visitors, and all personnel in a courteous manner. Resolves conflict in a healthy and constructive manner. Maintains confidentiality of information regarding patients and co-workers; demonstrates respect for individual, cultural, and social differences. Contributes to the positive atmosphere of the work environment
• Participate in own professional development by maintaining required competencies, identifying learning needs and seeking appropriate assistance or educational offerings. Supports the development of other staff and formal learners
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Certification as a certified Ophthalmic Assistant by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO)
• Ability to support shifts within the hours of operation (Mon - Thurs 7am - 7pm and Friday and Saturday 8am - 4pm)

Preferred Qualification:

• BLS Certification
• 2+ years of directly related experience working for an Ophthalmologist

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $20.00 to $36.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.