Ophthalmic Assistant: Patient Care & Eye Testing Pro

Janesville Medical Center, Inc.; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercyhealth in Janesville, WI seeks a qualified Ophthalmic Assistant to support physicians in examinations and treatments. You will collect patient data, administer tests, and help maintain patient flow and safety throughout visits.

The role requires a High School diploma, paraprofessional ophthalmology training, and JCAHPO certification or willingness to obtain. CPR/BLS within 90 days is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Paraprofessional training in ophthalmology/optometry preferred.
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (JCAHPO) or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Rooms and collects patient assessment data and documents history, vitals, glasses/contacts.
• Assists physicians during treatments, testing and examinations.
• Maintains timely flow of patients and accurate charting, triage calls and My Chart messages.
• Performs various ophthalmic tests and tonometry procedures as directed.
• Maintains and calibrates equipment; follows established criteria for patient care.
• Provides patient and family education and follows up on patient care as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

High School diploma

Paraprofessional ophthalmology training

Job description

Mercyhealth in Janesville, WI seeks a qualified Ophthalmic Assistant to support physicians in examinations and treatments. You will collect patient data, administer tests, and help maintain patient flow and safety throughout visits.

The role requires a High School diploma, paraprofessional ophthalmology training, and JCAHPO certification or willingness to obtain. CPR/BLS within 90 days is required.