McMinnville Eye Clinic, P.C. is hiring for an Ophthalmic Assistant for primary work at its McMinnville location. The ideal candidate will possess eye clinic or medical experience, be patient-focused, and demonstrate a kind and caring personality.
The company is willing to train the right candidate by starting the career pathway as an Ophthalmic Scribe. Candidates who hold certifications as a Certified Ophthalmic Technician or Certified Ophthalmic Assistant will start at a higher wage.
McMinnville Eye Clinic is an Ophthalmology practice with 4 MDs/Surgeons, an Optometrist, and an upscale optical shop. We maintain a high Technician/MD ratio to assure a very high quality of care, patient experience and employee satisfaction. The successful candidate will be positive, motivated and provide a high level of patient service.
The McMinnville work site is open Monday-Friday 7:30-5:00 and Saturday 8:00-12:00. The successful incumbent will be assigned occasional shift work at the Lincoln City Eye Clinic office. Passenger commute to the Lincoln City office is available from McMinnville in the company vehicle.
Duties include:
Record history, chief complaint, medications, etc.
Performs preliminary screening (lensometry, peripheral vision, IOP, color, etc)
Perform diagnostic testing as ordered by MD (OCT, Visual Field, Topography, IOL Master, fundus photography, etc.)
Refraction
Prepare patients for exam
Assist Ophthalmologist in exam and minor surgical procedures
Maintain ophthalmic instruments and equipment
Clean/stock rooms
Scribe (record information into EMR)
Return patient phone calls
Perform other related duties
Preferred Qualities:
Medical office experience
Excellent communication skills
Previous experience with an electronic medical record
Ability to maintain effective relationships with patients, physicians and staff
Responsible employee with excellent attendance
Excellent benefits and a lovely work environment.
Benefit Conditions:
- Waiting period may apply
- Only full-time employees eligible
This Company Describes Its Culture as:
- Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
- People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused
- Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative
Work Remotely
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Ability to commute/relocate:
- McMinnville, OR 97128: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Ophthalmology: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person