Ophthalmic Care Support Specialist

Kaiser Permanente; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Milpitas, CA seeks a Vision Services Assistant I to support ophthalmology team and Eye Services operations. The role includes assisting providers, handling appointments, and clerical tasks within a busy eye care setting.

The ideal candidate is a Medical Assistant graduate with solid communication skills, basic computer proficiency, and the ability to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. Training is provided as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program or Kaiser Permanente Medical Assistant program.
• At least 1 year of experience as a Kaiser Permanente Medical Assistant or assisting physicians/optometrists in an eye care setting.
• Willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
• Proficient with electronic medical record systems.

Responsibilities

• Measures and records intraocular pressure and other ophthalmic tests.
• Makes and cancels appointments for Optometry and Ophthalmology.
• Prepares patients and assists providers during examinations.
• Maintains inventory and stocks of supplies and medications.
• Documents medical histories and ocular findings in the patient record.
• Answers phones and manages messages for provider offices.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

PARRS II

AutoReg

EMR system familiarity

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Milpitas, CA seeks a Vision Services Assistant I to support ophthalmology team and Eye Services operations. The role includes assisting providers, handling appointments, and clerical tasks within a busy eye care setting.

The ideal candidate is a Medical Assistant graduate with solid communication skills, basic computer proficiency, and the ability to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. Training is provided as needed.