Ophthalmic Assistant Part Time (opens in new tab)

NCSL International; City of Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401k contribution

Equity stock purchase plan

Job summary

Optum NY in Middletown, NY is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to join our care team. You will support patient care under supervision and help deliver efficient eye care services.

Key duties include performing preliminary screenings (visual acuity, history taking, tonometry, lensometry, motility, pupil assessment), assisting with dilation or anesthetic drops, and handling stock and room maintenance. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive hourly wage.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of the at home test within 60 days of hire.
• BLS Certification preferred.
• Experience in ophthalmology/optometry settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participates in delivery of patient care under supervision.
• Perform preliminary screenings: visual acuity, history, tonometry, lensometry, motility, pupil assessment, visual fields.
• May administer dilation or anesthetic drops and assist with contact lens training.
• Stock and maintain exam rooms; manage supplies and prepare for sterilization.
• Handle clerical tasks: appointments, phone screening, and records documentation.

Skills

BLS Certification

Experience with Ophthalmology/Optomet

Strong patient-care skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Optum NY, is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to join our team in Middletown, NY. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Participates in the delivery of patient care in an effective manner
• Under close supervision perform preliminary screening examinations for physician review including, but not limited to, visual acuity, history taking, tonometry, lensometry, motility, pupil assessment, visual fields, simple color vision tests, and may perform refraction
• May administer dilation or anesthetic drops. May assist with patient contact lens insertion and removal training
• Performs stocking and maintenance functions. Maintains physical environment of exam and procedure rooms. Cleans and stocks rooms daily and maintains appropriate supply of sample drug medications as needed. Assists with ordering medical/office supplies. Prepares for transport of contaminated instruments and equipment for sterilization. Facilitates calibration, maintenance, and monitoring of equipment as needed
• Performs various clerical functions. Assists with appointments and telephone call screening activities. Answers phones, takes messages and relays to appropriate individuals. Under direction of physician, may call pharmacy with prescription refills and records prescriptions in patients chart. Files test results, forms, and letters into medical records

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Completion of the at home test within 60 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• BLS Certification
• Related experience working for an Ophthalmologist or Optometrist

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $16 - $29 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.