Medical Assistant - Training Provided!

EyeCare Partners; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance

401k + Employer Matching

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

Paid Maternity Leave

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Job summary

A leading eye care provider in Dublin, Ohio, seeks a Medical Assistant (Ophthalmic Technician) to assist with patient care and preliminary testing. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and the ability to work professionally in a team environment. Responsibilities include verifying insurance, assisting doctors, and maintaining patient records. The role offers a full benefits package along with a competitive base pay. Reliable transportation for travel to different office locations is a necessity.

Qualifications

• Desire to gain industry knowledge and training.
• Ability to grow and adapt to changes.
• Current COA/COT certification is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctor in preliminary testing and verify insurance.
• Effectively communicate with patients and staff.
• Effectively communicate with patients, doctors, and managers
• Answer inquiries through phone, email, and in-person requests
• Display a professional attitude and greet patients promptly
• Comply with company policies including HIPAA
• Record patient information and data in EMR

Skills

Basic computer skills

Ability to interact professionally

Strong fine motor skills

Favorable background check result

Patient-focused

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year related experience

COA/COT certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Overview

EyeCare Partners is the nation’s leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision, advance eye care and improve lives. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, over 650 ECP-affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80 markets, providing services that span the eye care continuum. For more information, visit eyecare-partners.com.

Job Details

Job Title: Medical Assistant (Ophthalmic Technician)

Company: Columbus Ophthalmology Associates

Location: Dublin, Ohio 43017

Travel: Travel to our other offices in Columbus and Grove City will be required as needed; mileage reimbursement is provided.

Benefits

• Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
• 401k + Employer Matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Competitive Base Pay
• Employee Discounts

Hours

Hours: Full Time

Our offices are open from Monday to Friday 7am–7pm. Your shifts will fall within those hours, and you may need to work a little earlier/later as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Favorable result on Background Check
• Basic computer skills
• Excitement to learn and grow

Essential Functions

• Assist the doctor in preliminary testing
• Verify medical and vision insurances
• Effectively communicate with patients, doctors, and managers
• Answer inquiries through phone, email, and in-person requests

Summary

An Ophthalmic Technician is a valuable asset to an Ophthalmologist as they assist in providing excellent patient care to the patients during their visit. This employee is able to handle a wide range of duties while using equipment to perform the initial testing needed to prepare a patient for an exam with an Ophthalmologist.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Display a professional attitude, greet patients promptly with a smile, and thank them when they leave
• Practice urgency at all times with patient’s time, as well as doctor’s time and schedule
• Comply with all company policies and procedures including HIPAA
• Verify patient information by interviewing patient
• Recording medical history, current medications and confirming purpose of visit
• Records all data in the patient\u2019s Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Checks condition of patient\u2019s eyes by observing pupils, muscles, visual acuity, and extraocular movements
• Required skills include: dilation, refraction, pressures, and performing a variety of diagnostic tests including visual fields, OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto refractor and topography
• Demonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms and ocular medications
• General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager

Qualifications

• Desire to gain industry knowledge and training
• Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals
• Ability to grow, adapt, and accept change
• Consistently creates a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused
• Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times
• Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet the needs of the business
• Reliable transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work locations with minimal notice

Education and/or Experience

• Minimum Required: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• Minimum Required: One year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Licenses and Credentials

• Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification is preferred, but not required

Systems and Technology

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook

Physical Requirements

• This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking, sitting, and standing, with regular bending, stooping, and reaching. Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuity—including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus—is required. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.

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EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.