Ophthalmic Assistant: Patient Care & EMR Support

Fraser Eye Care; Fraser (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Fraser Eye Care in Fraser, MI is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to support ophthalmologists and staff with both clinical and administrative tasks. You will welcome patients, assist during examinations, transcribe medical information into the EMR, enter medications and lab orders, and keep patient areas clean and well organized.

A high school diploma or GED and 2 years of medical assisting experience are preferred; Medical Assistant certification is a plus, with strong communication and

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED.
• 2 years' experience as a medical assistant preferred.
• Medical Assistant certification preferred.
• Proficient in medical terminology.
• Experience with practice management and electronic medical records (EMR) preferred.
• Excellent typing skills.
• Strong attention to detail when managing patient records and documentation.
• Friendly and approachable demeanor to make patients feel comfortable.
• Excellent communication skills to support both patients and team members.
• Reliable and willing to contribute during weekly team meetings.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients warmly and guide them to an exam room.
• Support optometrists and ophthalmologists during examinations, procedures, and treatments.
• Accurately transcribe medical information and enter data into the electronic medical record system (EMR).
• Enter medication, lab orders, and medication refills per protocol for provider review and sign-off.
• Keep patient areas clean, organized, and prepared for use.
• Assist patients with questions, forms, an general inquiries to enhance their experience.
• Work closely with medical and administrative teams to ensure cohesive operations.

Skills

Excellent typing

Excellent communication skills

Strong attention to detail

Friendly and approachable demeanor

Reliable and team-oriented

Proficient in medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Fraser Eye Care in Fraser, MI is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to support ophthalmologists and staff with both clinical and administrative tasks. You will welcome patients, assist during examinations, transcribe medical information into the EMR, enter medications and lab orders, and keep patient areas clean and well organized.

A high school diploma or GED and 2 years of medical assisting experience are preferred; Medical Assistant certification is a plus, with strong communication and