Ophthalmic Clinic Support Specialist

Kaiser Permanente; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Richmond, California is seeking a Vision Services Assistant II to support ophthalmology providers and Eye Services operations. The role focuses on assisting with ophthalmic testing and coordinating patient flow under supervision.

The position requires 2+ years of ophthalmic testing experience, appropriate certifications, and strong teamwork and communication. Requires readiness to work in a hospital-eye care setting with EMR systems and clinical procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years (1,000 hours/year) experience in ophthalmic testing, including acuity, tonometry, visual fields and lensometry.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant or Certified Ophthalmic Technician; Basic Life Support.
• Must be proficient in ophthalmic procedures and testing and able to work with electronic medical record systems.
• Good verbal and written communication skills; ability to read and comprehend simple instructions.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in teams; basic computer literacy.
• Willingness to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.

Responsibilities

• Measure and record intraocular pressure and other objective ophthalmic testing procedures.
• Measure complete visual acuity for all ages and ocular diagnoses.
• Administer topical eye medications per physician order.
• Set up minor surgical procedures and assist with supplies and instruments.
• Schedule Optometry/Ophthalmology appointments and manage patient flow.
• Prepare medical information for providers and document in EMR.
• Update and process records related to provider appointments and tests.
• Participate in training and orientation of new personnel.

Skills

Ophthalmic testing

Verbal/Written communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

Certified Ophthalmic Technician

Tools

PARRS II

AutoReg

EMR

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Richmond, California is seeking a Vision Services Assistant II to support ophthalmology providers and Eye Services operations. The role focuses on assisting with ophthalmic testing and coordinating patient flow under supervision.

The position requires 2+ years of ophthalmic testing experience, appropriate certifications, and strong teamwork and communication. Requires readiness to work in a hospital-eye care setting with EMR systems and clinical procedures.