Eye Clinic Assistant

CentraCare Health; Willmar (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

CentraCare Health in Willmar, MN seeks an Optometric Support Assistant to aid the optometrist/ophthalmologist with clinic operations and patient preparation. You will assist with diagnostic testing and education on contact lenses, while maintaining a clean, well-supplied exam room.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (GED) with medical terminology knowledge; optometric assistant training and experience are preferred, and you must deliver courteous, confidential service in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Medical terminology required.
• Graduate of optometric assistant program preferred.
• One or more years of experience in the field preferred.
• Clear focus on high-quality work and customer service.
• Self-motivated, results oriented with a positive outlook.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Ability to deal with people in a tactful and courteous manner.
• High degree of confidentiality.
• Computer skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Highly developed organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support daily clinic operations and administrative tasks.
• Prepare patients for vision exams and assist with diagnostic testing.
• Assist providers during laser and surgical procedures.
• Educate patients on the proper use of contact lenses.
• Assist with contact lens and orders.
• Maintain exam room supplies, inventory, and clean clinical instruments and equipment.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Computer skills

Fast-paced environment

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Optometric assistant program

Job description

Summary

Assist the Optometrist/Ophthalmologist by performing the following tasks:

• Support daily clinic operations and administrative tasks.

• Prepare patients for vision exams and assist with diagnostic testing.

• Assist providers during laser and surgical procedures.

• Educate patients on the proper use of contact lenses.

• Assist with contact lens and orders.

• Maintain exam room supplies, inventory, and clean clinical instruments and equipment.

Schedule

• Casual, various weekday shifts, typically 7:00AM to 3:00PM
• No guaranteed hours.Pick up shifts as needed.
• Work more hours during orientation.

Pay

• Starting pay begins at $25.70 per hour and increases with experience

  • Pay range: $25.70 - $38.57 per hour

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Medical terminology required.
• Graduate of optometric assistant program preferred.
• One or more years of experience in the field preferred.
• Clear focus on high-quality work and customer service.
• Self-motivated, results oriented with a positive outlook.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Ability to deal with people in a tactful and courteous manner.
• High degree of confidentiality.
• Computer skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Highly developed organizational and time management skills.

CentraCare has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce. All individuals including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare is an EEO/AA employer.