Ophthalmic Assistant

UnitedHealth Group; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group's Optum NY/NJ team in Poughkeepsie and Fishkill, NY is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to join our clinical care team.

The role involves performing basic screenings, assisting with eye exams using a slit lamp, maintaining exam rooms, and handling scheduling and charting. Travel between sites is required; schedule is 2 days per week 8am-5pm.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of directly related experience working for an Ophthalmologist.
• Certification as a certified Ophthalmic Assistant by the JCAHPO is preferred.
• BLS Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participates in delivery of patient care under supervision, performing preliminary screenings (visual acuity, history, tonometry, lensometry, motility, pupil assessment, visual fields, color vision) and may perform refraction.
• Examines cornea, lens, and anterior chamber with a slit lamp and notes variations.
• Maintains and stocks exam rooms, orders supplies, and handles instrument transport for sterilization.
• Answers phones, screens appointments, relays messages, and assists with charting and prescriptions under physician direction.
• Demonstrates professional, confidential, and respectful interactions with patients and staff.
• Participates in own professional development and supports training of others.

Skills

Ophthalmic assistant experience

Basic eye-care knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Optum NY/NJ, is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to join our team in Poughkeepsie and Fishkill, 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 in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Work schedule: 2 days per week 8am-5pm, days vary week to week. Travel to Fishkill

Position is located in Poughkeepsie and Fishkill, NY.

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

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of directly related experience working for an Ophthalmologist

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification as a certified Ophthalmic Assistant by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO)
• BLS Certification

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 $18 - $32 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 help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are 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 and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.