Ophthalmic Assistant - non certified

Job Overview

Fairview is seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Ophthalmic Assistant to join our team. In this role, you will support pediatric ophthalmologists and other eye care professionals in providing exceptional care to children and their families. You will assist with patient intake, vision testing, diagnostic procedures, patient education, and clinic operations in a fast-paced, collaborative environment dedicated to improving children's eye health. This is a full-time, day-shift position working Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with 8-hour shifts. Enjoy a predictable schedule with no weekend, holiday, or on-call responsibilities, allowing for a healthy work-life balance while making a meaningful impact on the lives of pediatric patients.

Assists physicians and clinical/clerical staff in the efficient daily clinic flow of patients in the clinic. Assists ophthalmologists and optometrists in the preparation and examination of patients with ophthalmic diseases of the eye. Facilitates efficient patient flow in the clinic including scheduling appointments and tests, enters EMR patient information, administers eye drops, and assists with minor procedures. Listens effectively in order to follow instructions from multiple sources.

Responsibilities

• Provide Appropriate and Accurate Ophthalmic Testing, including: Medical History Taking; Visual Acuity Testing; Measuring Intraocular Pressure; Glasses Neutralization - Reading Glasses Rx; Automated Refraction; Administering of Eye Drops; Patient Education; Visual Field Testing; Contact Lens - Basic Fit & I & R.
• Completes pre-visit planning of daily schedule, testing and patient's chief complaint
• Ensures all patient testing is performed prior to patients being roomed.
• Answers and directs concerns received via phone calls or task assignments. Assists with care coordination as directed
• Provides Patient Education instruction to patients per physician order regarding medications, tests and procedures. Documents education given in the EMR.
• Provides information to other health care professionals as it pertains to the delivery of patient care.
• Assists physicians/providers with minor patient procedures

Required Qualifications

• 1 year optical, optometric or ophthalmology experience
• Patient scheduling and check-in experience
• Basic Life Support (American Heart Assoc or Red Cross) Upon Hire
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant within 2 Yrs

Preferred Qualifications

• Ophthalmic equipment experience

Benefit Overview

Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link foradditional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract

Compensation Disclaimer

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status