Ophthalmic Assistant

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health; Lebanon (NH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health is seeking an ophthalmic assistant to support clinical staff in the ophthalmology clinic. You will monitor patient arrivals, assist with basic eye exams, collect patient history, and help navigate the clinic to ensure a positive patient experience.

You should have a high school diploma, familiarity with medical terminology, and a willingness to learn and pursue certification, including Basic Life Support upon hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Familiarity with medical terminology desired.
• Willingness to learn and pursue certification.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient arrivals and assist with navigation in the ophthalmology clinic.
• Perform basic ophthalmic exams in preparation for next steps of care.
• Collect and enter complete and accurate information into the patient’s electronic medical record.
• Prepare patient, room, supplies, and equipment for exams and procedures.
• Inventory, cleaning, care, and maintenance of ophthalmic equipment, supplies, and exam rooms.
• Recognize and comply with laws, policies, and procedures regarding patient privacy and safety.
• Assist fellow staff and physicians with daily tasks.
• Willing and able to learn special testing and ancillary skills as needed.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Overview

Assists with all clinical duties required of an ophthalmic assistant including (but not limited to) monitoring patient arrivals, performing basic eye exams, gathering and documentation of patient health and eye history, providing patient assistance with navigating the clinic, and providing an exceptional patient experience.

Familiarity with medical terminology desired with a willingness to learn and work toward certification.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Interact with patients at all levels of care in the ophthalmology clinic.
• Perform basic ophthalmic exams in preparation for next steps of care.
• Collect and enter complete and accurate information into the patients’ electronic medical record.
• Prepare patient, room, supplies, and equipment for exams and procedures.
• Inventory, cleaning, care, and maintenance of ophthalmic equipment, supplies, and exam rooms.
• Recognize and comply with all national, local, and institutional laws, regulations, policies, and procedures with regard to patient privacy and safety.
• Assist fellow staff and physicians with daily tasks.
• Willing and able to learn special testing and ancillary skills as needed.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or the equivalent required.

Required Licensure/Certifications

• Basic Life Support certification required upon hire