Ophthalmic Assistant/Scribe

Gundersen Health System; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Emplify Health, a joint venture of Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System, seeks an Ophthalmic Assistant/Scribe to support eye practices and gain exposure as an ophthalmology scribe. Great for Pre-Med students, with work in La Crosse and occasional travel to nearby towns.

This is a 1-year contract starting May 2027, offering a Monday–Friday schedule and 36 hours per week. Training and hands-on clinic exposure are provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• 6 months customer service and/or public relations experience.

Responsibilities

• Work 36 hours a week. Monday-Friday.
• Hours are between 8:00am-5:00pm.
• Position locations vary and do include some travel.

Skills

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

Job description

Love + medicine is who we are, it’s what we do, it’s why people want to work here. If you’re looking for a job to love, apply today.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

We’re not just filling positions, we’re building careers. At Emplify Health, we care for our teams, while they care for their communities. Whether you are just starting out or looking for a change, Emplify Health supports you now and into the future. Join us and find out how a little empathy changes everything.

We are seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant/Scribe to join our growing and thriving organization. This is your opportunity to perform support functions to the eye practices of the department and gain exposure as an ophthalmology scribe.

This is a great opportunity for Pre-Med Students!

This role will start in May 2027 and is a 1-year Contract!

What You Do

• Work 36 hours a week. Monday-Friday
• Hours are between 8:00am-5:00pm
• Position locations vary and do include some travel

What You Get

• Starting Pay: $17.93 hour + more for experience!
• There are four positions available:
  • Work with General Ophthalmology, primarily out of La Crosse and opportunity to travel to Onalaska and Tomah. Team member will work with him in clinic and surgery.
  • Work with General Ophthalmologist, working out of La Crosse and opportunity to travel to Winona, Whitehall, and Viroqua. Team member will work with him in clinic and surgery.
  • Work with General Ophthalmologist and Glaucoma Specialist, working solely out of La Crosse. Team member will work in clinic solely.
  • Work with Retinal Specialist, working solely out of La Crosse. Team member will work with him in clinic and surgery.

What You Need

• High School Diploma or equivalency
• 6 months customer service and/or public relations experience

Emplify Health, a partnership of Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System, is a leading not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network based in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. With 11 hospitals and over 100 clinics, we serve 67 cities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota, and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities. Equal Opportunity Employer

We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values — belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility — our pillars set our foundation and our future.

Equal Opportunity Employer