Ophthalmic Assistant: Eye Care Tech & Patient Support

Comp Eyecare; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Paid Holidays

Company paid life insurance

401(K)

Paid mileage between practices during/

On-going education available including

Discount Programs Including Vision

Job summary

Evergreen Eye Center in Tacoma, WA is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to support ophthalmologists in both clinical and administrative tasks, helping to maintain efficient patient flow. Responsibilities include eye exam testing, imaging (OCT, corneal topography), patient education on medications and pre/post-operative care, and handling phone refills under physician directions.

We offer generous benefits including PTO, medical, dental and vision, holidays, life insurance, 401(k), mileage

Qualifications

• One-year experience in a customer facing position preferred.
• Medical related experience preferred.
• Proficient in MS Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Proficient in use of internet.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized eye exam testing while streamlining patient flow.
• Other diagnostic testing such as: Visual Aids, OCT, Corneal topography, etc...
• Providing phone support with request for prescription refills as authorized by the physician.
• Educate patients regarding administration of medications and pre- and post-operative instructions as directed by physician.
• Adhere to legal and regulatory requirements, such as HIPPA guidelines, to maintain patient confidentiality and privacy.
• Assists with opening and closing duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer-facing experience

Medical-related experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Word

Outlook

Excel

Internet

Job description

Evergreen Eye Center in Tacoma, WA is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to support ophthalmologists in both clinical and administrative tasks, helping to maintain efficient patient flow. Responsibilities include eye exam testing, imaging (OCT, corneal topography), patient education on medications and pre/post-operative care, and handling phone refills under physician directions.

We offer generous benefits including PTO, medical, dental and vision, holidays, life insurance, 401(k), mileage