Ophthalmic Assistant

$45,760 - $54,080/Yr

Eye Clinic Of Edmonds - Edmonds, WA

Full-time - Entry Level

Edmonds, WA

About the position

The Ophthalmic Assistant at the Eye Clinic of Edmonds is responsible for providing both administrative and clinical support to ensure the smooth operation of the ophthalmology medical clinic. This role involves assisting doctors and optometrists, managing patient care, and performing various tasks related to diagnostic testing and minor surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients and document basic medical and ocular history
• Organize and schedule appointments
• Update and file medical records and insurance reports
• Arrange hospital admissions and laboratory services
• Check with patients and input data to patients charts
• Assist during medical examinations and minor surgical procedures and lasers
• Produce and distribute correspondence memos, letters, faxes and forms
• Handle surgical scheduling and overflow reception duties
• Prepare and clean treatment rooms and medical instruments

Requirements

• Anatomy knowledge
• Medical office experience
• BLS Certification
• Physiology knowledge
• Ophthalmology knowledge
• Mid-level Microsoft Office proficiency
• High school diploma or GED
• Certified Ophthalmic Technician
• Communication skills
• Certified Medical Assistant
• Time management skills

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Employee discount
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan