Ophthalmic Assistant

Paycom - ATS; Grand Ledge, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

L.O. Eye Care in Grand Ledge, MI is hiring a full-time Ophthalmic Assistant to join our patient-centered team. The role involves gathering patient histories, guiding tests, administering eye drops, and documenting measurements using diverse ophthalmic instruments.

No prior experience is required, and on-the-job training will help you grow within our clinical environment. We seek reliability, teamwork, and a positive attitude to support high-quality eye care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• OMA Certification required after 90 days of employment.
• No experience necessary.
• Experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gather and record patients' chief complaints while capturing a thorough ocular and medical history, ensuring a smooth start to their care journey.
• Guide patients through their tests, explaining the purpose of each procedure and what to expect, so they feel informed and at ease.
• Administer eye drops and medications as prescribed, playing a key role in preparing patients for their provider's care.
• Perform precise and consistent documentation of key measurements and tests using a variety of tools and machines, including Visual Acuity, ARK, Lensometry, Visual Fields, OCT, IOL Master/A-scan, and more.
• Support efficient patient flow, seeing patients promptly and stepping in to assist other clinic areas when needed, contributing to seamless operations.
• Maintain a clean and stocked clinic, ensuring every area is ready for patient care and up to the highest standards.
• Monitor and report equipment issues to the Clinical Manager, ensuring tools remain in top condition for optimal patient outcomes.
• Adapt to new technologies, taking on additional tasks specific to your provider's needs as advancements arise, making you a key player in innovative eye care.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

OMA Certification after 90 days

Job description

# Ophthalmic AssistantHot JobWe are excited to announce an opportunity to join our team as a full-time Ophthalmic Assistant at our Grand Ledge location! If you're someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, demonstrates leadership, has strong organizational and time-management skills, and radiates positivity and reliability, we want to hear from you. We also offer on-the-job training to help you grow and succeed in this rewarding role!* Gather and record patients' chief complaints while capturing a thorough ocular and medical history, ensuring a smooth start to their care journey.* Guide patients through their tests, explaining the purpose of each procedure and what to expect, so they feel informed and at ease.* Administer eye drops and medications as prescribed, playing a key role in preparing patients for their provider's care.* Perform precise and consistent documentation of key measurements and tests using a variety of tools and machines, including Visual Acuity, ARK, Lensometry, Visual Fields, OCT, IOL Master/A-scan, and more.* Support efficient patient flow, seeing patients promptly and stepping in to assist other clinic areas when needed, contributing to seamless operations.* Maintain a clean and stocked clinic, ensuring every area is ready for patient care and up to the highest standards.* Monitor and report equipment issues to the Clinical Manager, ensuring tools remain in top condition for optimal patient outcomes.* Adapt to new technologies, taking on additional tasks specific to your provider's needs as advancements arise, making you a key player in innovative eye care.* High School Diploma or G.E.D. required* OMA Certification required after 90 days of employment* No experience necessary* Experience preferred## Qualifications# Education and experience*Educational requirements that are job-related and consistent with business necessity** High School Diploma or G.E.D. required* OMA Certification required after 90 days of employment* No experience necessary* Experience preferred# Leadership and management experience*Leadership requirements that are job-related and consistent with business necessity*- N/A**Additional eligibility requirements****Work authorization/security clearance requirements**Must be authorized to work in the US# EEO StatementIt is the policy of L.O. Eye Care and its affiliates to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. This policy relates to all phases of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, employment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, reduction of workforce and termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, the use of all facilities, and participation in all company-sponsored employee activities. Provisions in applicable laws providing for bona fide occupational qualifications, business necessity or age limitations will be adhered to by the company where appropriate if applicable.