Ophthalmic Assistant I
2 weeks ago
**$1,000 Sign-On Bonus Available**
A career dedicated to transforming lives.
Sight Medical Doctors is a rapidly expanding integrated ophthalmic provider group, committed to delivering exceptional eye care services to patients across multiple states. With a robust team of over 127 eye care professionals and the convenience of numerous locations, our dedication to providing outstanding services is at the core of our mission. As we pursue our vision, we are looking for enthusiastic team members who are ready to contribute to our legacy of eye care excellence, a tradition that has been upheld for over 50 years.
Role Summary:
As an Ophthalmic Assistant, you will serve a crucial role in supporting our physicians. You will receive cross-training to handle a variety of administrative and clinical responsibilities. These tasks include preparing patients for their consultations, setting up examination rooms, conducting basic vision screening tests, administering prescribed eye medications, maintaining and cleaning ophthalmic equipment, and assisting physicians during minor surgical and laser interventions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Welcome and direct patients to their examination areas
- Collect comprehensive patient medical histories, including chief complaints, family medical history, allergies, and current medications
- Conduct preliminary eye tests prior to the physician's examination, ensuring patients understand the procedures and their implications; tests may include basic vision assessments, depth perception checks, color blindness evaluations, eye pressure measurements, topography, autorefraction/refraction, visual field tests, and tear lab assessments
- Confirm patients' current eye prescription details
- Dilate patients' pupils using prescribed eye drops when necessary for further evaluations
- Inform patients about the physician they will see after the preliminary work-up and testing, ensuring their comfort during waiting periods
- Renew prescription eye drops as directed by the physician
- Accurately document all patient histories and test results
- Adhere to HIPAA regulations and maintain patient confidentiality
- Participate in special projects and perform additional duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Strong written, verbal, and listening communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal, time management, and organizational abilities
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends
- Capability to stand for extended periods
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience as a medical assistant or in a healthcare setting, familiarity with medical terminology, and COA certification
Work Schedule:
- Rotating schedule from Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Compensation:
- Hourly Rate: $22.00
Employee Benefits:
At Sight Medical Doctors, we prioritize the well-being of our team members just as we do for our patients.
All employees are entitled to the following benefits:
- Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Company-Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
- Supplemental Insurance Options
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Retirement Plan - 401(k)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Career Development Opportunities
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Sight Medical Doctors is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, genetic predisposition, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, or any other protected classes under federal, state, and local laws.
If you require assistance due to a disability during the application process or to perform essential job functions, please reach out to our People Services team.
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