Ophthalmology Assistant

Avera; Marshall (MN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Avera Eye Care Marshall in Marshall, MN is seeking a Part-time Ophthalmic Support professional. The role involves greeting patients, collecting medical histories, and preparing equipment for physician exams in a fast-paced clinic.

The position requires accurate documentation in the electronic health record, assisting with procedures, and coordinating clinic duties, including scheduling and inventory management. Experience in a medical office is preferred; HS diploma or GED is required.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required.
• Preferred IJCAHPO certifications (AOs, Techs, COMT).
• Experience in a medical office setting is advantageous.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients in person or by telephone and collect medical histories.
• Perform opening examination tests and prepare equipment for physician.
• Assist with surgical and non-surgical ophthalmic procedures and arrange instruments.
• Proficient use of the electronic health record for ophthalmic evaluations.
• Answer phones, schedule appointments, and handle filing and prior authorizations.
• Coordinate and manage clinic inventory and liaise with pharmacies for refills.

Skills

Patient communication

Teamwork

EHR proficiency

Education

High School or GED

IJCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

IJCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Technician

IJCAHPO COMT Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems

Job description

Marshall, MN

Part time

R-260028296

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.

At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high-quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.

The policy of Avera to provide opportunities for all qualified employees or applicants without regard to disability and to provide reasonable accommodations for all employees or applicants who may be disabled. Avera is committed to ensuring compliance in accordance with the Americans with Disability Act.

Additional Notices:

For TTY, dial 711

Avera is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.