Ophthalmic Assistant: Eye Care Support & Exams

Mercy Co; United States; Vor Ort; USD 36.000 - 52.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Mercy Surgery Center Springfield is seeking a patient-facing ophthalmology assistant to greet and guide patients, collect histories, and support doctors during exams and minor procedures.

The role requires strong communication, the ability to assist in a variety of ophthalmology tasks, and coordination with scheduling and front desk teams. Mercy emphasizes compassionate care and teamwork in a busy clinic setting.

Qualifikationen

• Experience with ophthalmology and optometry office procedures.
• Able to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and policies.
• Clear communication and ability to work with patients, staff and the public.
• Ability to operate ophthalmology equipment listed above.

Aufgaben

• Greet patients and escort to and from exam rooms.
• Obtain ocular, medical and family history; assist during exams or minor surgery.
• Support screeners, surgery scheduling tech, and front desk as needed.
• Handle patient telephone inquiries.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

Telephone skills

Communication

Patient relations

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

VFA

A-Scans

PAM

BAT

Color vision test

Pupil evaluation

Amsler grid

Auto keratometry

Corneal topography

Jobbeschreibung

Mercy Surgery Center Springfield is seeking a patient-facing ophthalmology assistant to greet and guide patients, collect histories, and support doctors during exams and minor procedures.

The role requires strong communication, the ability to assist in a variety of ophthalmology tasks, and coordination with scheduling and front desk teams. Mercy emphasizes compassionate care and teamwork in a busy clinic setting.