Medical Assistant (Ophthalmology/Optometry)

Arizonaeyeconsultants; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

PTO

Holiday pay

Job summary

A leading ophthalmology practice in Chicago is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide patient care and support ophthalmologists. This role includes training, with opportunities for certification and career advancement. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, empathy towards patients, and be organized. A high school diploma is required, and some college education is preferred. Comprehensive benefits are offered including medical, dental, and 401(k).

Responsibilities

• Introduce new patients to office procedures.
• Explain purpose of tests and how they will affect patients.
• Obtain patient history including chief complaint and medications.
• Perform visual acuity and manual lensometry tasks.
• Conduct pupillary function tests and refractometry.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Empathetic personality with concern for patients’ needs

Strong organization skills with attention to detail

Ability to work as part of a team

Computer literacy

Ability to learn and apply training effectively

Education

High school diploma

Some college preferred

Job description

Medical Assistant (Ophthalmology/Optometry)

Position Overview

Have you dreamed of working in the medical field but weren’t sure where to start? Do you want to use your strong interpersonal skills to help others? Are you an organized person who likes working in a team environment? If so, a position as an ophthalmic technician might be the fit for you.

Ophthalmic technicians (Medical Assistants) are among the most sought-after medical professionals. The position offers career growth and certification opportunities. As an ophthalmic technician, you’ll perform a variety of data collection functions to assist in the proper diagnosis of patients’ conditions.

Join Arizona Eye Consultants to receive full training for this exciting position and start your new career!

Arizona Eye Consultants was founded in 2001 by Dr. Sean McCafferty. We are a multi-specialty ophthalmology/optometry practice with eighteen providers. Our specialties include glaucoma, cataract, and pediatrics, including specialty contact lenses. We have over 100 employees across five Tucson locations. Travel among all locations is required. We offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), PTO, and holiday pay for full-time employees.

We are the largest and fastest-growing ophthalmology/optometry practice in Southern Arizona, seeking hardworking, reliable, and compassionate individuals to serve our community.

This position offers potential for leadership or management advancement, and certification programs are available.

Apply now to work with some of the best providers in Tucson, Arizona.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Empathetic personality with concern for patients’ needs
• Strong organization skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Computer literacy
• Ability to learn and apply training effectively

Essential Job Functions

Communication and Patient Care

1. Introduce new patients to office procedures.
2. Explain the purpose of tests and how patients will be affected.
3. Obtain patient history, including chief complaint, medical and ocular history, family history, allergies, and medications.
4. Perform documentation and measurement tasks such as:

• Visual acuity
• Manual lensometry
• Confrontational visual fields
• Stereo testing
• Evaluation of motility
• Pupillary function tests
• Color plates
• Applanation tonometry
• Refractometry
• Angle assessment
• Dilation of pupils
• Contact lens evaluations
• Visual field testing
• Optic nerve scanning (OCT, HRT, GDx)
• Pachymetry
• Corneal topography
• Other tests as required by the physician

Skills & Abilities

Education: High school diploma required; some college preferred. Experience in a professional, customer-focused environment is a plus.