Ophthalmology Assistant

Avera Health; Alabama; On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Avera Eye Care Marshall is seeking a PRN ophthalmic support specialist to greet patients, obtain histories, perform initial evaluations, and assist physicians during exams and minor procedures. This position emphasizes accurate record-keeping and efficient clinic operations.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, maintain readiness of rooms and equipment, and coordinate with pharmacies for refills as appropriate. Strong patient communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Required Education: High School or GED Equivalent.
• Preferred certifications in ophthalmic assisting (IJCAHPO).
• Experience in a medical office setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients in person or by phone and obtain medical history.
• Perform opening ophthalmic evaluation tests and prepare equipment for physician.
• Assist with surgical procedures and administer medications prescribed by the physician.
• Maintain exam rooms, stock supplies, and coordinate clinic inventory.
• Be proficient in the electronic health record for ophthalmic evaluations.

Education

High School or GED Equivalent

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant - IJCAHPO

Certified Ophthalmic Technician - IJCAHPO

Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist - IJCAHPO

Job description

Location:

Avera Eye Care Marshall

Worker Type:

PRN

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Pay Range:

$19.50 - $25.50

Position Highlights

You Belong at Avera

Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

A Brief Overview

Accountable for greeting patients either in person or over the telephone. Performs the initial evaluation by obtaining medical history, patient concerns, performs examination tests and prepares equipment for physician as needed. Assists with surgical procedures, administers topical medications or diagnostic drugs prescribed by the physician.

What you will do

• Ensures examination rooms are properly stocked, cleaned and that equipment is ready and in working order for daily use.
• Rooms and prepares patient, obtaining information: ophthalmic, medical, family and social history and patient concerns.
• Performs opening examination tests and prepares equipment for physician following established policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Is proficient in the electronic health record for all aspects of the ophalmic evaluation.
• Assists physician with office surgical and non-surgical procedures and arranging required instruments for procedures prior to scheduled appointment.
• Assists with answering phones, making appointments, filing, prior authorizations, etc.
• Coordinates and manages clinic inventory.
• Contacts pharmacy when appropriate for refills following established policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Essential Qualifications

The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.

Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:

• High School or GED Equivalent

Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:

• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant - International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO)
• Certified Ophthalmic Technician - International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO)
• Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (COMT) - International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO)
• Experience in Medical Office setting

Expectations and Standards

• Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
• Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
• Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
• Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].