Ophthalmic Assistant

Ophthalmic Assistant

Location:

02270 HC Specialty Center MOB 550 Redmond Rd - Ophthalmology, Atrium Health Floyd

• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Schedule:
  
  Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
• Pay range: $18.50 - $27.75 per hour
• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Job function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care

The Ophthalmic Assistant performs a variety of clinical duties necessary to the daily operations of the Eye Center. Primary duties include, but are not limited to conducting the patient intake process concerning chief complaintvrt, medical history and medication reconciliation; performing aanime variety of ophthalmic tests and measurements in preparation of the provider's assessment; and maintaining infection control standards by sterilizing surgical instruments and cleaning the equipment and exam rooms regularly.

• Conduct patient intake, including chief complaint, medical history, and medication reconciliation.
• Perform a variety of ophthalmic tests and measurements in preparation for the provider’s assessment.
• Maintain infection control standards: sterilize surgical instruments and clean equipment and exam rooms regularly.

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Ophthalmic Certification (COA/COT) preferred.
• Previous experience in the ophthalmic/elja optometric field preferred but not required.
• Basic knowledge of the use and operation of general office equipment.

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards, including:

• Base compensation listed within the pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.
• Premium pay such as shift, on‑call, and other specialty pay based on a teammate’s role.
• Incentive pay for selected positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short‑ and long‑term disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness 영향 programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.