Glaucoma Consultants of Washington is a leading glaucoma specialty practice serving Northern Virginia communities. We're committed to delivering exceptional care with compassion, efficiency, and expertise. Our team of experienced ophthalmologists and support staff works together to enhance the lives of patients affected by glaucoma and related eye conditions. We are looking for a friendly, dependable, and efficient Ophthalmic Medical Assistant to join our growing team.
Job Responsibilities
- Accurately document patient history, demographics, medications, and other relevant information
- Provide medical screening services to patients while maintaining excellent customer service
- Maintain effective communication and exchange of information with colleagues and superiors, both in-person and electronically (iPad/desktop)
- Learn and operate ophthalmological devices while maintaining care and accuracy
- Independently perform glaucoma and general ophthalmology prescreening tests and workups to prepare patients for the doctor
- Prepare patients for in-office procedures
- Assist the doctor with documentation and other related tasks for patient care
- Support efficient patient flow throughout the day
- Maintain professionalism and courtesy in a fast-paced, client facing environment
- Uphold high standards of efficiency and accuracy with all medical tasks
- Ensure confidentiality of patient and company information (HIPAA)
- Take initiative to fulfill necessary clinical tasks without being prompted
- Cross-train in front desk and administrative responsibilities
- Other duties as assigned
Skills & Traits
- Work independently and in a team based setting.
- Excellent customer service skills
- Strong typing speed and accuracy
- Effectively multi-task ability while maintaining accuracy and composure
- Ability to troubleshoot and switch between various medical equipment, iPads and Desktops
- Technologically literate and possesses strong attention to detail
- Clear, professional communication with patients and staff
- Ethical, efficient, and organized in all responsibilities
- Flexible and cooperative with business needs
- Able to walk and stand directing patients for the majority of 8 hours
Locations and Hours
- Mon-Fri, 7:45 AM - 4:30 PM (30 minute lunch)
- Commute to three office locations:
171 Elden St, Suite 100, Herndon, VA 20170
6101 Redwood Square Centre, Suite 214, Centreville, VA 20121
142 Linden Drive, Suite 107, Winchester, VA 22601 ( 2-3 times a month, travel reimbursement provided)
- Openers will arrive 10-15 minutes earlier to open the clinic and prepare for the day, and they will be the first to leave. Roles will be rotated.
Serious applicants please submit resume along with first available start date, cover letter and references, and respond to preliminary questions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 32 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Briefly state what attracted you to this position, and how it fits with your career goals?
- Are you able to work a rotating location schedule on weekdays, 8 hour shifts?
- What is your earliest start date, and how long are you looking to commit to this position?
- Are you able to reliably commute to Herndon and Centreville, and occasionally Winchester (1-2 times per month)?
Education:
Work Location: In person
