Ophthalmic Assistant - Eye Center Berlin

The University of Vermont Health Network; Berlin (VT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont Health Network is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to provide technical support and assist ophthalmic physicians in the evaluation, treatment, and management of patients receiving specialized ophthalmic care.

Education includes an associate degree or two years of specialized training, along with completion of an accredited Ophthalmic Assistants/Technicians program or equivalent. Prior experience in ophthalmology is preferred, with supervision under ophthalmic physicians.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or two years specialized training in relevant field.
• Completion of an accredited Ophthalmic Assistants/Technicians program or equivalent.
• Six months of satisfactory full-time work under ophthalmic supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and assistance to ophthalmic physicians to facilitate evaluation, treatment, and management of patients.

Skills

Technical support

Education

Associates degree or 2 years specialized training

Accredited Ophthalmic Assistants/Technicians program

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Ophthalmic Assistant provides technical support and assistance to the Ophthalmic Physicians in order to facilitate the evaluation, treatment, and management of patients receiving specialized ophthalmic

EDUCATION:

Associates degree or at least two years specialized training in relevant field. Successful completion of an accredited program for Ophthalmic Assistants/Technicians or equivalent plus minimum of six months satisfactory full time work under ophthalmologic supervision.

EXPERIENCE:

Requires current experience in the last two years as an ophthalmic technician or assistant or an equivalent combination of education and medical experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities may be acquired, will be considered.