Ophthalmic Assistant - Patient Care & Screenings

Good Samaritan Society; Bemidji, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive Environment

Team Culture

Wellness Program

Career Advancement

Competitive Salary

Benefits Package

Job summary

Sanford Health in Bemidji, MN is seeking an ophthalmic assistant to perform preliminary screening exams and support the physician with procedures. You will collect subjective and objective ophthalmic data from patients or caregivers and relay this information to the doctor.

High school diploma preferred; training provided. Prior health care experience in ophthalmology or optical offices is a plus, and Basic Life Support certification is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma preferred; training will be provided.
• Previous health care experience or training in ophthalmology/optometry/optical office preferred.
• Basic Life Support Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary screening examinations and tests.
• Assist the physician with procedures and patient care.
• Collect ophthalmic data from patients or caregivers and relay to the doctor.

Skills

Basic Life Support Certification

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Sanford Health in Bemidji, MN is seeking an ophthalmic assistant to perform preliminary screening exams and support the physician with procedures. You will collect subjective and objective ophthalmic data from patients or caregivers and relay this information to the doctor.

High school diploma preferred; training provided. Prior health care experience in ophthalmology or optical offices is a plus, and Basic Life Support certification is required.