Ophthalmic Assistant

Comprehensive Eyecare Partners Group; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

Shoe allowance

Paid holidays

401K

Mileage reimbursement

Parking

Job summary

Comprehensive EyeCare Partners is seeking an entry-level Ophthalmic Assistant to support ophthalmologists in providing eye care services. The role involves both clinical and administrative tasks to ensure efficient practice operations.

Work hours are generally Monday through Friday, 7:15 AM to 4:15 PM across all five locations. A high school diploma is preferred, with one year of customer-facing experience and medical experience considered advantageous.

Qualifications

• One-year experience in a customer facing position preferred.
• Medical related experience preferred.
• Proficient in MS Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Proficient in use of internet.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized eye exam testing while streamlining patient flow.
• Conduct diagnostic testing such as Visual Aids, OCT, Corneal topography, etc.
• Provide phone support for prescription refills as authorized by physician.
• Educate patients on medication administration and pre-/post-operative instructions as directed by physician.
• Adhere to HIPAA guidelines to maintain patient confidentiality and privacy.
• Assist with opening and closing duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

MS Word

Outlook

Excel

Medical experience

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Details

Level: Entry

Job Location: Shepherd Eye Center - Las Vegas, NV 89121

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Travel Percentage: Up to 25% local or overnight travel

Job Category: Health Care

Comprehensive EyeCare Partners is one of the nation’s largest vision care management service organization. CompEye is focused on providing best-in-class, full-spectrum practice management and administrative services to its affiliated physicians and practices in support of their mission to deliver clinical excellence. Our Mission: Building the nation’s preeminent eye care services company by partnering with world class physicians to drive superior clinical and surgical outcomes, while optimizing the patient experience.

Position Summary

An Ophthalmic Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting ophthalmologists in providing eye care services to patients. They assist with both clinical and administrative tasks, contributing to the efficient operation of the practice.

All 5 locations - M-F: 7:15AM to 4:15PM

Roles and Responsibilities

• Ability to perform specialized eye exam testing while streamlining patient flow.
• Other diagnostic testing such as: Visual Aids, OCT, Corneal topography, etc...
• Providing phone support with request for prescription refills as authorized by the physician.
• Educate patients regarding administration of medications and pre- and post-operative instructions as directed by physician.
• Adhere to legal and regulatory requirements, such as HIPPA guidelines, to maintain patient confidentiality and privacy.
• Assists with opening and closing duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience Requirements

• One-year experience in a customer facing position preferred
• Medical related experience preferred
• Proficient in MS Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Proficient in use of internet

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

• 15 Paid Days off in your first year
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• Scrub/ Shoe allowance for applicable roles
• Paid Holidays
• Company paid life insurance
• 401(K)
• Paid mileage between practices during work hour
• ORCA Pass and Free Parking where applicable
• On-going education available including certification reimbursement
• Discount Programs Including Vision discounts on products and services