Ophthalmic Assistant

nebraskamed; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational Support

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to join our team in Omaha, NE. This full-time position supports ophthalmologists and optometrists with patient intake, tests preparation, and administrative tasks in a clinical setting.

You will greet patients, collect health information, and contribute to ensuring smooth workflows. Opportunities for growth exist via our career ladder and educational support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited Ophthalmic Assistant course or one year of allied health education or healthcare experience required.
• BLS certification within six months of hire from an AHA-endorsed program.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients, help prepare them for tests and gather health information.
• Assist with scribing and administrative tasks to support ophthalmologists/optometrists.
• Provide administrative, technical, and quality patient care support in a clinical setting.

Skills

BLS certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Ophthalmic Assistant course or allied health coursework or healthcare experience

Job description

Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families.

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Ophthalmic Assistant - Full Time

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Details:

• Full-Time, 40hr/wk

• Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

• Locations:

• Truhlsen Eye Institute | Nebraska Medicine Omaha, NE

• Truhlsen Eye Institute at Village Pointe Health Center | Nebraska Medicine Omaha, NE

Nebraska Medicine is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to join our team. This role is ideal for anyone excited to learn and grow in ophthalmology. You’ll greet patients, help prepare them for tests and gather their health information to ensure everything runs smoothly. You may also assist with scribing and other administrative tasks to support our ophthalmologist and optometrist. If you are driven to advance your career and contribute to exceptional patient care, we encourage you to apply!

Career Growth: We are committed to fostering talent and promoting career development for our Ophthalmic Assistants. Through our structured Career Ladder, you’ll have access to specialized training, mentorship, and leadership opportunities that support your growth in this rewarding field. Our program is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to advance your career while deepening your expertise in visual sciences. We invest in your development to ensure you can reach your full potential in support of ophthalmologists and optometrists.

Why Work at Nebraska Medicine?

• Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.

• Leading Health Network Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.

• Dignity and Respect: We value all backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.

• Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs.

Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!

Duties: Ophthalmic Assistant

Provide administrative, technical, and quality patient care support to an ophthalmologist/optometrist in a clinical setting. Delivers on daily objectives to assist with meeting patients’ needs. Communicates information to patients and others within the care team.

Required Qualifications: Ophthalmic Assistant

• High school education or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited Ophthalmic Assistant course OR completion of one year of post-secondary education in an allied health field OR one year of experience in a healthcare setting required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (BLS with skills assessment or approved BLS) within six months of hire required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later).

Preferred Qualifications: Ophthalmic Assistant

• Prior experience in ophthalmic or optometric office preferred.
• Completion of an accredited ophthalmic assistant course preferred.
• Certification as an ophthalmic assistant, technician or technologist preferred.
• Once certification is achieved, it is required to be maintained.

Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.