Ophthalmic Assistant

Dartmouth Health; Lebanon (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth Health in Lebanon, NH is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to support clinical duties, assist patients, and ensure a smooth clinic flow. The role includes gathering patient histories, basic eye exams, and data entry into the EMR, with a focus on delivering an exceptional patient experience.

The position requires a high school diploma and BLS certification upon hire; familiarity with medical terminology is preferred, and willingness to learn and certify in ophthalmic specialty tasks is

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Basic Life Support certification required upon hire.
• Familiarity with medical terminology desired, with willingness to learn.

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 laws and regulations 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.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

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
• Area of Interest:Allied Health
• Pay Range:$18.28/Hr. - $28.33/Hr.
• FTE/Hours per pay period:1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week
• Shift:Day
• Job ID:41635

Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans.

Dartmouth Health is an Equal Opportunity and Aff…?

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