Ophthalmic Assistant—Career Growth & Tuition Support

Nebraska Medicine; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to join our team in Omaha. You will greet patients, help prepare them for tests and gather health information to ensure efficient care delivery. You may assist with scribing and other administrative tasks to support our ophthalmologists and optometrists.

We offer growth through our career ladder and a supportive environment focused on exceptional patient care and collaboration. This role is full-time with standard daytime hours.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited Ophthalmic Assistant course OR 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 within six months of hire from an American Heart Association endorsed program.

Responsibilities

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

Education

High school education or equivalent

Ophthalmic Assistant course or allied health coursework / healthcare experience

Job description

Nebraska Medicine is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to join our team in Omaha. You will greet patients, help prepare them for tests and gather health information to ensure efficient care delivery. You may assist with scribing and other administrative tasks to support our ophthalmologists and optometrists.

We offer growth through our career ladder and a supportive environment focused on exceptional patient care and collaboration. This role is full-time with standard daytime hours.