Ophthalmic Assistant I

1 month ago

Arlington, United States Optum Full time

For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Certified Ophthalmic Assistant is responsible for providing assistance to Ophthalmologists, Optometrists and clinical staff with direct and indirect patient care, ensuring smooth work and patient flow within the department.


Primary Responsibilities:

  • Obtain initial patient assessment by recording pertinent medical history and charts procedures for medical records
  • Performs and records visual acuities, color vision, stereopsis test, auto refractometer readings, refraction and intraocular pressure and other testing as directed by physician
  • Coordinate physician activities and facilitate patient flow in the office
  • Utilizes AIDET to greet patients, handles questions during visits, triages phone calls and schedule appointments
  • Administers ocular medications under physician direction
  • Under physician direction assist with treatments and minor surgical procedures as needed
  • Maintain accurate and reliable medical records
  • Complete patient billing. Complete and track referrals
  • Work as a team member within the Ophthalmology department and with all other Optum departments

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED. Evidence of continuing education in specialty field
  • COA certification or able to obtain within 18 months of hire
  • BLS or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire
  • Eligible for Washington State Medical Assistant (MA-R) registration
  • 1+ years of experience in an eye care setting

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in multiple subspecialties within Ophthalmology
  • Knowledge of refraction process

Washington Residents Only: The hourly range for this role is $19.47 to $38.08 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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