Ophthalmic Tech

Mayo Clinic; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL is seeking an ophthalmic assistant to join a collaborative team providing comprehensive eye care. You will perform ophthalmic assessments, conduct diagnostic tests, and educate patients on treatments and prevention within a patient-centered Mayo Clinic environment.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, two years of ophthalmic assistant experience, strong technical and diagnostic skills, excellent communication, keyboarding ability, and COA

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years' experience as an ophthalmic assistant.
• Must have technical and diagnostic skills to perform a comprehensive ophthalmic assessment.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must have effective keyboarding skills.
• COA certification required.
• COT or COMT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs a comprehensive ophthalmic assessment on ocular patients.
• Performs diagnostic tests as indicated or as requested by the ophthalmologist.
• Functions autonomously as part of an integrated team of ophthalmic support services.
• Performs patient education in regard to treatment of ocular conditions and preventative care.

Skills

Ophthalmic assistant

Technical skills

Diagnostic skills

Communication skills

Keyboarding

COA certification

COT/COMT certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans - to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical:Multiple plan options.
• Dental:Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision:Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings:HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

Performs a comprehensive ophthalmic assessment on ocular patients. Performs diagnostic tests as indicated or as requested by the ophthalmologist. Functions autonomously as part of an integrated team of ophthalmic support services. Performs patient education in regard to treatment of ocular conditions as well as preventative care.

Qualifications

High school education or GED. Two years' experience as an ophthalmic assistant.Must have technical and diagnostic skills to perform a comprehensive ophthalmic assessment along with outstanding communication and interpersonal skills. Must have effective keyboarding skills.COA certification required. COT or COMT certification preferred.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.; $24.55 - 35.65/ hour;

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday through Friday 7:30-4:30

Weekend Schedule

None

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the EOE is the Law. Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.