Medical Assistant, Ophthalmology - Willing to Train!

Quantum Vision Centers; Swansea (IL); Sur place; USD 22 000 - 31 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Full Benefits Package - Medical,Vision

401k + Employer Matching

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

Paid Maternity Leave

Eyecare Certification Reimbursement

Competitive Base Pay

Employee Discounts

Résumé du poste

Quantum Vision Centers is seeking a Medical Assistant (Ophthalmic Technician) to support our ophthalmologists by performing initial testing and assisting with patient flow. The role emphasizes excellent patient care, adherence to HIPAA, and wearing multiple hats in a busy eye clinic.

The position requires travel to nearby locations as needed, with mileage reimbursement. Starting pay is $19/hour, with potential for higher depending on experience; full benefits and PTO are included to attract

Qualifications

• Must provide excellent patient care and be empathetic with patients
• Must comply with HIPAA confidentiality standards
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Organizational skills to track patient care and improve flow
• Willingness to grow, adapt, and accept change
• Commitment to work over 40 hours and on weekends when needed
• Reliable transportation to multiple locations with short notice

Responsabilités

• Provide exceptional patient service in person or by phone
• Greet patients promptly and maintain a professional attitude
• Anticipate physician needs to optimize clinic flow
• Record patient information and medical history in EMR
• Perform initial testing (dilation, refraction, pressures, visual fields, OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto refractor, topography)
• Prepare patients for treatments and document visits accurately
• Manage exam rooms and maintain stock of supplies

Connaissances

Excellent patient care

HIPAA compliance

Communication

Team-oriented

Initiative

Adaptability

Formation

High school diploma or GED

One year related experience or training

Outils

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

EMR systems

Description du poste

Job Title: Medical Assistant (Ophthalmic Technician)

Company: Quantum Vision Centers

Location: Swansea, IL

Travel: Travel to other locations in the area is required as needed. We do pay mileage reimbursement!

Pay: Starting pay is $19/hr, but we may be able to go higher depending on experience

Perks

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

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

• Provide exceptional customer service during every patient encounter (in person or via phone)
• Display a professional attitude, greet patients promptly with a smile, and thank them when they leave
• Anticipate Physician needs to facilitate the flow of the clinic
• 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's information by interviewing patient
• Record patient's medical history and current medications and confirm purpose of visit
• Record all data in the patient's Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Check condition of patient's 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
• Accurately and thoroughly document medical visits and procedures as they are being performed by the Physician
• Prepare patients for treatments and minor procedures; measure and record vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, and respiration rate) as required
• Open and close exam rooms as needed
• Keep examination, treatment, laser and any other assigned rooms cleaned and stocked with supplies, and keep drug count up to date.
• General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager

QUALIFICATIONS

• Provides excellent patient care and is energetic and empathetic with patients
• Must comply with HIPAA confidentiality standards when communicating patient information
• Communication skills and the ability to coordinate and cooperate with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times
• Organizational skills with focus on tracking patient care and improving patient flow
• 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
• Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet the needs of the business
• Ability to work weekends when applicable
• 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
• Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems
• Computer proficiency and ability to quickly learn new applications

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25–50%). 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 100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.

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