Job description
Candidates must:
- Be Patient/Customer Service Oriented
- Strong attention to detail and excellent written communication skills
- Be Dependable
- Be Flexible to change
- Have the ability to travel to multiple offices if needed
- Have basic computer Skills (EMR experience preferred)
- Familiarity with medical terminology (preferred but not required—training provided)
- Ability to multitask and work well under pressure
- Have a positive attitude
- Be able to get along with others
Technical skills training (preferred but not required)
- Perform vision and diagnostic tests, including OCT, Optos, Pupillary Assessment, Ocular Motility, Visual Acuity, and Confrontation Visual Field.
- Collect and document patient medical and ocular history in EMR.
- Assist with patient procedures, such as Retinal medication injections.
- Accurately document patient history, examination findings, procedures, and treatment plans as dictated by healthcare providers.
- Assist in organizing and maintaining patient charts, ensuring all information is up-to-date and readily accessible.
- Record patient data and prepare medical reports for review.
- Assist healthcare providers during patient visits to improve clinical workflow and documentation efficiency.
- Ensure that all patient records comply with HIPAA and other privacy regulations.
Physical demands:
- Able to assist in transporting less mobile patients into exam chair
- Ability to move in and out of multiple exam rooms for up to 8 hours per day
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
Ophthalmology/Surgery
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Qualifications
- Previous experience in a medical office setting, preferably in ophthalmology or related fields.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and basic retail math skills.
- Familiarity with medical coding and billing processes is highly desirable.
- Proficiency in using electronic health record systems; experience with ModMed is a plus.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff.
- A commitment to providing excellent patient care while maintaining confidentiality standards.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple tasks.
If you are passionate about patient care and eager to contribute to a dynamic healthcare team, we encourage you to apply for the Ophthalmic Assistant position.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Life insurance
Work Location: In person
