Ophthalmic Assistant - Seattle

Taleo; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to support ophthalmologists and nursing staff in Seattle. You will help with patient flow, exams, and minor procedures in a fast-paced clinic environment.

The role involves scheduling, patient education, and accurate record keeping. Prior clinical experience and WA MA-R eligibility are preferred; competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Eligible for Washington MA-R registration.
• Ability to obtain BLS within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists ophthalmologists/optometrists and nursing staff with patient care.
• Schedules appointments, tests, treatments and surgeries; familiar with insurance benefits.
• escorts patients to exam rooms and prepares them for exam.
• Takes patient histories and vitals; performs ocular testing and visual assessments.
• Instills ocular medications under physician supervision.
• Instructs patients on medications and procedures; documents in medical record.
• Applies ocular dressings and assists in minor in-office procedures.
• Records glasses and contact lens prescriptions; coordinates care across departments.
• Maintains department inventory and assists with policy updates.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical assistance

Communication

Medical terminology

Vital signs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Eligible for WA MA-R registration

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Improve the lives of others while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Job Description - Ophthalmic Assistant - Seattle (2389708)

Ophthalmic Assistant - Seattle - 2389708

For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to startCaring. Connecting. Growing together.

Under general supervision, provides assistance to Ophthalmologists, Optometrists and nursing staff with direct and indirect patient care, ensuring smooth work and patient flow within the department.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assists in scheduling of appointments, tests, treatments and/or surgeries. Is familiar with insurance benefits
• Escorts patients from reception area to exam room and prepares them for exam and/or treatment
• Accurately and efficiently takes patient histories (ocular, medical and family) and vital signs (as applicable)
• Performs a variety of ocular testing and visual assessment skills
• Instillation of ocular medications under direct supervision of a physician
• Patient instruction concerning medication, testing, surgical procedures and documentation thereof in the medical record
• Application of ocular dressings as applicable
• Assists physicians/providers in preparing for minor surgical procedures in office
• Records glass and/or contact lens prescriptions
• Assists in coordination of patient care services with other clinic departments
• Assists in the development, revision and/or updating of department policy and procedure/standards of care or practice
• Orders and maintains department practice inventory

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Eligible for Washington State Medical Assistant (MA-R) registration
• Ability to obtain BLS certification within 60 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• Clinical experience in a physician’s practice
• Evidence of continuing education in specialty field

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $18.00 to $32.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

• a comprehensive benefits package
• incentive and recognition programs
• equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

OptumCare is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

UnitedHealth Group is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation for any part of the application process, please call 1-866-566-8715 to be connected to Recruitment Services. Recruitment Services hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.

UnitedHealth Group is a registered service mark of UnitedHealth Group, Inc. The UnitedHealth Group name with the dimensional logo, as well as the dimensional logo alone, are both service marks for the UnitedHealth Group, Inc.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.