Ophthalmology Assistant

Summit Medical Group; New Providence (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated individual to assist with patient care in a dynamic environment. The role involves scheduling appointments, performing vision tests, and maintaining equipment. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, BLS certification, and a commitment to patient-centered care. Join a compassionate team dedicated to improving healthcare outcomes.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Life and Disability Insurance

401k plans

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; vocational training preferred.
• 0-1 years experience required; 2-4 years preferred.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient visits and schedule appointments.
• Perform analyses including vision tests and document findings.
• Maintain efficient patient flow and clean equipment.

Skills

Communication

Patient Care

Sterilization

Vision Procedures

Education

High School diploma or GED

Vocational or technical training

BLS certification

Job description

About Our Company

We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and providing connected care services. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients through traditional practices, home visits, and virtual care via VillageMD and our operating companies: Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians.

Joining our team means becoming part of a compassionate community dedicated to improving health care for all. We innovate value-based care, leveraging integrated applications, population insights, and staffing expertise to deliver high-quality, connected care that improves outcomes and reduces costs.

Please Note: We will only contact candidates from the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com.

Job Description

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist with patient visits, schedule appointments and diagnostic procedures, maintain equipment and instruments, and order supplies.
• Perform analyses including vision tests, document findings, and perform tests like Visual Fields and HRT as ordered by the physician, including contact lens lessons.
• Maintain efficient patient flow.
• Clean and sterilize equipment and instruments.
• Prepare examination rooms, escort patients, and clean rooms post-examination.
• Schedule appointments accurately following department guidelines.
• Complete referrals as per departmental protocols.
• Use Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems appropriately and promptly.
• Prepare charts and documents as needed.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.
• Reconcile encounters daily according to policy.
• Answer phones professionally, direct calls, and take messages accurately.
• Confirm future appointments and manage cancellation lists.
• Update patient information including demographics, insurance, and HIPAA forms.
• Submit records and payments to the accounting department daily.
• Document allergies and medication lists accurately in the EHR.

General Job Functions:

• Understand the contact lens ordering process.
• Adapt to various work schedules.
• Perform duties beyond assigned tasks when necessary.
• Perform other duties as required.

Physical Job Requirements:

• Ability to push, pull, lift, and move objects, considering weight and frequency.
• Maintain physical mobility, agility, dexterity, balance, and endurance for job tasks.

Environmental Risks:

• Chemicals, fumes, loud noises, vibration, extreme temperatures, confined spaces, allergens, magnetic fields, radiation, sharps, latex.

Blood-borne Pathogens:

• Potential exposure to infectious hazards, blood, body fluids, and tissue specimens.

Education, Certification, and Training:

• High School diploma or GED required; vocational or technical training preferred.
• 0-1 years experience required; 2-4 years preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• Proficiency in English communication.
• Knowledge of vision procedures, sterilization, and ophthalmology equipment required.
• Experience with office technology, EHR, and patient care equipment preferred.

Travel: Ability to commute to satellite offices as needed.

Our Commitment

We value our team members' health and wellness, offering benefits such as Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA, and 401k plans.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and other protected characteristics.

Safety Disclaimer

We prioritize safety and do not use chat rooms for job communications, never request personal or financial information via informal channels, and conduct interviews at our locations during regular hours. For scam information, visit https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/JobScams or file complaints at https://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov/.