Ophthalmology Tech

Summit Health; City of White Plains (NY); On-site; USD 29,342 - 36,024; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Life, and Disability coverage

401k savings plan

Vision coverage

Job summary

A healthcare network in White Plains is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to support our ophthalmologists. Responsibilities include performing visual acuity screenings, gathering cataract measurements, administering ocular medications, and maintaining ophthalmic instruments. Applicants should have at least one year of Ophthalmology experience and strong communication skills. This position offers a pay range of $21.30 - $26.15 hourly and comes with valuable benefits.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of prior experience in Ophthalmology is required.
• COA certification is preferred for candidates applying.
• Candidates must show strong communication skills and an empathetic approach.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of ophthalmic testing and visual acuity screenings.
• Assist the ophthalmologist in basic procedures.
• Provide eye care and information to patients.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Organizational skills with attention to detail

Empathetic personality

Education

COA (Certified Ophthalmic Assistant) Certification preferred

Minimum 1 year of prior Ophthalmology experience

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 Functions and Job Responsibilities

• Perform visual acuity screenings
• Take ocular measurements, both anatomical and functional
• Perform a variety of Ophthalmic testing
• Gather cataract measurements
• Administer or prepare ocular medications
• Perform refractometry (measurements for the glasses prescription using the auto refractor)
• Provide eye care and contact lens information to the patient
• Maintain and clean ophthalmic instruments
• Assist the ophthalmologist in basic procedures
• Obtain prior authorizations for in office and ambulatory surgical procedures
• Schedule appointments
• Clarify pre‑op and post‑op instructions with patients
• Process pharmacy requests, patient phone calls, and provider messages appropriately
• Stock and maintain examination rooms
• Perform retinal photographs utilizing a Digital Retinal Camera
• Perform clinical skills following procedural guidelines
• Adhere to infection control safety and OSHA guidelines

Required Qualifications

• COA (Certified Ophthalmic Assistant) Certification preferred
• Minimum 1 year of prior Ophthalmology experience required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Empathetic personality giving attention to patient’s needs and concerns
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work as a team member
• Flexibility to travel to other sites when needed
• Computer literacy and fast learner

Pay Range: $21.30 - $26.15 Hourly

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 Company provides 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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