Ophthalmic Assistant

OSF HealthCare; Galesburg (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) to support ophthalmology services. The role involves generating preliminary information, reviewing patient status, and performing medical tests to aid the ophthalmologist. Documentation and patient education are also part of the responsibilities.

The position is 32 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with hourly pay ranging from $21.93 to $25.80, depending on experience and internal equity.

Job description

Total Rewards

OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings that focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career.

Expected pay for this position is $21.93 - $25.80/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.

Overview

This position is 32 hours per week working Monday, Tuesday, Thurday, Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) generates important preliminary information to be used by the ophthalmologist; reviews patient status and performs medical tests. The COA assists with the documentation and education for patients seen by the Ophthalmologist.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High School/GED

Other Licenses/Certifications: Active Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) Certification through the IJCAHPO within 2 years of hire.

Other skills/knowledge: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software. Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be comfortable working in a fast paced environment.

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High School/GED

Other Licenses/Certifications: Active Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) Certification through the IJCAHPO within 2 years of hire.

Other skills/knowledge: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software. Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be comfortable working in a fast paced environment.

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.