Ophthalmic Assistant — Patient Care & Eye Tech Support

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Surgery Center in Springfield, MO is seeking an ophthalmology/optometry assistant to greet patients, escort them, and support clinicians during exams and minor procedures.

Responsibilities include obtaining ocular, medical and family histories; assisting with testing and scheduling tasks; and maintaining clear communication with patients, staff and the public while following established guidelines and policies.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Good telephone and communication skills.
• Experience with ophthalmology/optometry office procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and escort them to examining rooms.
• Obtain ocular, medical and family histories; assist during exams or minor surgery and with testing.
• Assist screeners, scheduling techs and front desk; answer patient calls.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Telephone and communication skills

Ophthalmology/optometry procedures

Policy interpretation

Clear patient communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

VFA

A Scans

PAM

BAT

Color vision testing

Pupil evaluation

Amsler grid

Automated keratometry

Corneal topography

Job description

Mercy Surgery Center in Springfield, MO is seeking an ophthalmology/optometry assistant to greet patients, escort them, and support clinicians during exams and minor procedures.

Responsibilities include obtaining ocular, medical and family histories; assisting with testing and scheduling tasks; and maintaining clear communication with patients, staff and the public while following established guidelines and policies.