Ophthalmic Assistant: Clinic Support & Patient Care

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 2,465,000 - 3,630,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & holidays

Health insurance

Transit benefits

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking an administrative assistant to provide support to an ophthalmologist in a clinical setting. The role involves managing patient records, scheduling, and assisting with clinical work ups.

The position requires excellent communication, medical terminology knowledge, and attention to detail. Employment includes comprehensive benefits and a structured work environment in Saint Louis, MO.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from AHA or Red Cross.
• 2 years of medical office experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain patient records and schedule appointments in IDX.
• Answer phones, greet patients, verify billing information, and prepare charts for visits.
• Assist with clinical work up including visual acuity, applanation pressures, keratometry, autorefractor and EYESYS.
• Instruct patients on proper contact lens care and handling; modify/polish lenses.
• Maintain inventory, clean instruments, and prepare examination rooms.

Skills

Communication

Computer Literacy

Medical Terminology

Organizational Savvy

Patient Care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

IDX

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking an administrative assistant to provide support to an ophthalmologist in a clinical setting. The role involves managing patient records, scheduling, and assisting with clinical work ups.

The position requires excellent communication, medical terminology knowledge, and attention to detail. Employment includes comprehensive benefits and a structured work environment in Saint Louis, MO.