Medical Assistant

Are you looking for a career where you can make a meaningful impact while continuing to learn and grow? If you enjoy working with people, thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment, and want to develop specialized clinical skills, we'd love to meet you.

Overview

At Retina Consultants, we specialize in the medical and surgical diagnosis, treatment, and management of diseases affecting the retina and vitreous. In addition to comprehensive retinal care, we offer access to innovative clinical trials, giving eligible patients the opportunity to participate in research that helps shape the future of retinal treatments. We also provide photobiomodulation (light) therapy as a treatment option for select retinal conditions, allowing patients access to cutting-edge technologies alongside established standards of care.

About Retina Consultants

At Retina Consultants, our mission is to provide exceptional care to patients with retinal diseases through compassion, clinical excellence, and teamwork. We believe that outstanding patient care starts with an outstanding team. That's why we invest in training, professional development, and creating a supportive workplace where employees are valued and encouraged to grow.

Whether you're an experienced Medical Assistant or just graduating from a program, we'll provide the training and support you need to become successful in the highly specialized field of retina care. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside experienced physicians while building skills that are both challenging and rewarding.

What You'll Do

As a Medical Assistant, you'll play an important role in delivering exceptional patient care by assisting our physicians and ensuring each patient has a positive experience throughout their visit.

Responsibilities include:

• Prepare patients for ophthalmic examinations and procedures.
• Obtain and document medical histories, current medications, symptoms, and previous eye treatments.
• Perform ophthalmic testing, including visual acuity, applanation tonometry, and instillation of prescribed eye drops.
• Accurately document patient information while maintaining confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Prepare and sanitize exam rooms between patients using proper infection control procedures.
• Monitor and replenish clinical supplies to maintain an efficient workflow.
• Communicate professionally with patients, physicians, and team members.
• Contribute to a collaborative environment focused on delivering outstanding patient care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Medical Assistant certification is preferred but not required.
• Previous healthcare experience is a plus; however, we are willing to train a motivated individual with a strong work ethic and a passion for patient care.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Manual dexterity to perform detailed clinical tasks using specialized instruments.
• Ability to lift and move medical equipment and supplies as needed.

Travel Requirements

Training will take place in our Salem location. After completing training, you'll join a rotating team that provides support at our satellite locations in Albany, Corvallis, and Newberg. Travel is typically required one to two days per week, and all travel time and mileage are reimbursed according to company policy.

Why Join Retina Consultants?

• Competitive compensation with opportunities for growth.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Paid training in a highly specialized medical field.
• Supportive, team-oriented culture.
• Opportunities for career advancement and continued professional development.
• The chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of patients every day.

At Retina Consultants, we specialize in the medical and surgical diagnosis, treatment, and management of diseases affecting the retina and vitreous. Our physicians are Board Certified and Fellowship-trained medical and surgical retina specialists dedicated to providing exceptional patient care using the latest advances in retinal medicine.
In addition to comprehensive retinal care, we offer access to innovative clinical trials, giving eligible patients the opportunity to participate in research that helps shape the future of retinal treatments. We also provide photobiomodulation (light) therapy as a treatment option for select retinal conditions, allowing patients access to cutting-edge technologies alongside established standards of care.

Salary

$25.00 - $34.00 per hour

Benefits

Bonus pay, Paid time off, Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, 401(k)

Job Type

Full time

Schedule

Monday to Friday, 8 hour shift, 10 hour shift