Ophthalmic Assistant-Certified - Eye Care

Wage Range: $28.26 - $45.23 per hour
Sign-On Bonus:
Up to $7500 COA certified

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Provides entry level professional medical and administrative help for ophthalmologist in a clinical setting. Works under general supervision.

• Greets and rooms patients per organizational standards. Takes patient history.
• Performs basic and routine vision screening examinations and records visual acuity.
• Educates patients on eye care, contact lens care and in preparation for surgical procedures.
• Manages and administers eye medications as indicated per provider orders.
• Restocks and cleans exam rooms after patient care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED for the position:

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Current JCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification
• 1 year of experience working in an optometry or ophthalmology practice
• General knowledge of anatomy, pharmacology, medical terminology, sterilization techniques and basic eye care.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.

DESIRED for the position:

• Previous Certified Ophthalmic Assistant experience

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At Evergreen Health, we appreciate our employees’ commitment and contribution to our success. We are proud to offer a suite of quality benefits and resources that are comprehensive, flexible, and competitive to help our staff and their loved ones maintain and improve health and financial well-being.

• Medical, vision and dental insurance
• On-demand virtual health care
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement plans (457(b) and 401(a) with employer contribution)
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate degrees
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
• Paid Time Off/Vacation
• Extended Illness Bank/Sick Leave
• Paid holidays
• Voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
• Voluntary identity theft protection
• Voluntary legal insurance
• Pay in lieu of benefits premium program
• Free parking
• Commuter benefits

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This position works out of multiple locations.