Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician

2 months ago

Minneapolis, United States University of Minnesota Physicians Full time

Clinical Support Professionals - Ophthalmology Professionals, CPOAs, COAs, and COTs Welcome

Why M Physicians?

Regardless of role, we recognize that every member of our team is vital At M Physicians, we value candidates from all different clinical and administrative backgrounds with a passion for helping patients and an interest in growing in their career in healthcare

Whether you've received formal training as a Certified Paraoptometic Assistant (CPOA), Certified Ophthalmic assistant (COA), Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT), or if you're looking to start or expand your professional knowledge with hands on clinical experience, we have a career path for you

As a Clinical Support Professional, you will play a meaningful role in supporting providers and patients during their clinic visits. Key responsibilities include monitoring clinic schedules, greeting and guiding patients to their examination room, and collecting pertinent medical information for their health records. In addition, you will be a valued partner in delivering an outstanding patient experience by coordinating and communicating with other members of the health care team, including nursing staff, advanced practice providers, and physicians, among others.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Ability to obtain Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification within 2 years of hire
  • BLS certification or certification within orientation period.
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Accurate record keeping
  • Experience working with EMR (Epic preferred)
  • One year of clinical experience in Optometry/Ophthalmology
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Certified Paraoptometic Assistant (CPOA) credential
  • One of the following: JCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or JCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT)

If selected for hire, compensation and job classification will be individually determined based on a candidate's specific background, including licensure, certifications, and experience level.

Location: Phillips-Wangensteen Building - 516 Delaware Street SE Minneapolis, MN 55455

Hours: 40 hours / week

Sign-On Bonus: $3,000.00 (Bonus may be available to qualified applicants)

Benefits: This is eligible for M Physicians' outstanding benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings plans, and much more

University of Minnesota Physicians (M Physicians), a non-profit organization headquartered in Minneapolis, seeks motivated individuals for both clinical and non-clinical roles to drive innovation in health and medicine. Our inclusive culture offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and the opportunity for career development in the exciting field of health care to over 1,200 physicians, 300 advanced practice providers, and 2,200 health professionals and staff across Minnesota and beyond.

Join us on a mission to advance medicine.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.


UMPhysicians is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Military Friendly employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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