Ophthalmology Assistant

VillageMD; New Providence (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is looking for a compassionate Patient Care Assistant to join their team in New Providence. This role involves assisting with patient visits, managing schedules, and ensuring a smooth patient experience. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of vision procedures and have relevant certifications, contributing to a patient-centered care approach.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

401k savings plan

Life and Disability insurance

Qualifications

• 0-4 years experience preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient visits and maintain equipment.
• Schedule appointments and perform vision tests.
• Communicate effectively with patients and staff.

Skills

Communication

Knowledge of vision procedures

Sterilization processes

Patient care

Education

High School Graduate/GED

Vocational/Technical School Diploma

Tools

Ophthalmology equipment

EHR Systems

Standard Office Technology

Job description

About Our Company

We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.

Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians .

When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all.We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.

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

Job Description

Essential Job functions:

• Responsible for assisting with patient visits, scheduling appointments/Diagnostic procedures, maintaining the equipment and instruments and ordering supplies.

• Performs analyses of patient, glasses on Lensometer, documents vision test, and performs Visual Fields, HRT, and all other tests as ordered by the physician and contact lens lessons.

• Maintains efficient patient flow.

• Cleans and/or sterilizes equipment and instruments.

• Prepares the examination room, escorts patients into room and cleans room when exam is complete.

• Schedules appointments accurately and appropriately according to department guidelines.

• Completes referrals according to departmental guidelines.

• Employs appropriate and timely use of tasking in Electronic Health Record (EHR).

• Performs appropriate chart prep.

• Communicates to Supervisor appropriately and promptly.

• Reconciles encounters daily according to policy and guidelines.

• Answers the telephone in an appropriate manner, directs call and takes accurate messages.

• Confirms future appointments as needed. Reconciles Televox cancellation list.

• Obtains, verifies and updates patient information including demographics, insurance, HIPAA forms and financial waivers.

• Submits detailed accurate records and payments to the accounting department daily.

• Accurately documents allergies and reconciles medication list in EHR.

General Job functions:

• Demonstrates understanding of entire contact lens ordering process and patient.

• Demonstrates flexibility with various work schedules.

• Recognizes and performs duties which need to be performed although not directly assigned.

• Other job duties as required.

Physical Job Requirements:

• Pushing and pulling, taking frequency and weight into consideration.

• Physical strength to lift heavy objects, carts, or items, taking frequency and weight into consideration.

• Physical mobility, which includes movement from place to place on the job, taking distance and speed into account.

• Physical agility, which includes ability to maneuver body while in place.

• Dexterity of hands and fingers.

• Balance is maintained during climbing, bending and/or reaching

• Endurance (e.g. continuous typing, prolonged standing/bending, walking).

Environmental Risks:

• Chemicals, Chemotherapy and Fumes

• Loud noises

• Vibration

• Extreme temperatures

• Confined spaces

• Allergens: dust, mold and/or pollen

• Magnetic fields

• Radiation

• Sharps

• Latex

Blood-borne Pathogens:

• Exposure to infectious hazards, blood, body fluids, non intact skin, or tissue specimens.

• Contact with patients or patient specimens are possible.

• Unplanned or unexpected exposure.

Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements:

• High School Graduate/GED / Equivalent required. Vocational / Technical School / Diploma Program preferred.

• 0 – 1 years experience. 2-4 years experience preferred.

• BLS certification required.

• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing

• Knowledge of visions procedures required.

• Knowledge of sterilization processes required.

• Knowledge of vision equipment/instruments required.

• Experience with Ophthalmology equipment/instruments preferred.

• Experience with Standard Office Equipment (Phone, Fax, Copy Machine, Scanner, Email/Voice Mail) preferred.

• Experience with Standard Office Technology in a Window based environment preferred.

• Experience with patient care equipment preferred.

• Experience with EHR, Practice Management System and Departmental/Ancillary Systems preferred.

Travel: Ability to commute to satellite offices as needed

About Our Commitment Total Rewards at VillageMD

Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. Participation in VillageMD’s benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Companyprovides equal employment opportunities ( EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, creed, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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