Ophthalmic Assistant-Entry Level

Eye-Site-of-Tampa-Bay; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Eye Site of Tampa Bay is seeking an entry level Ophthalmic Assistant to join our Florida team in Clearwater and Trinity. You will be trained on-the-job to assist our providers and support patient care with excellent service.

The role requires outstanding communication, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Travel between offices is required, and a high school diploma or GED is necessary to apply.

Qualifications

• Required: High school diploma or GED and excellent computer skills.
• Preferred: Medical experience or EHR familiarity.
• Ophthalmic terminology knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist Providers and staff by preparing patients for examination with care.
• Perform ophthalmic testing using diagnostic equipment.
• Review past records and verify patient documentation.
• Confirm patient identity at the time of service.
• Maintain accurate patient records and test results in the EHR.
• Travel between Clearwater and Trinity offices as required.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem solving

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

EHR experience

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description Eye Site of Tampa Bay is looking for a motivated team player with a positive attitude and exceptional customer service skills for an entry level position for our Florida office locations, Clearwater and Trinity. The ideal candidate will be trained on-the-job as an ophthalmic technician to assist our providers. Full-time, M-F, EOE, background check and drug testing.

Core Responsibilities:

• Perform as a valued, team member by assisting Providers and Certified Ophthalmic Assistants through preparing patients for examination using excellent customer service talent and technical training learned.
• Perform ophthalmic testing using state of the art ophthalmic diagnostic equipment.
• Review past records in preparation of current visit; confirm patient documentation is in chart.
• Confirm patient identity per company protocol at time of service.
• Effectively communicate with patients, document patient records, perform and upload testing with accuracy.
• Ensure proper authorizations/referrals are in place if additional testing is required.
• Proactively participate in maintaining efficient office workflow through personal effectiveness.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Requires travel to both offices.

Desired Characteristics:

• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Compassion for patients.
• Professionalism.
• Motivated individual with ability to anticipate needs of others.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to put patients at ease and explain provider instructions.
• Relate to a wide variety of people.
• Work well with others.
• Reliable/dependable.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Accuracy, attention to detail.
• Excellent Computer skills.
• Organize and prioritize tasks effectively.

Education/Experience:

• Required: High school diploma or GED; excellent computer skills.
• Preferred: Previous medical experience or other EHR experience.

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

May require travel between offices.

Position Entry Level Ophthalmic Assistant

Location Eye Site of Tampa Bay

This position is currently accepting applications.

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