Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

Cleveland Clinic • Colesville, MD

20h

About The Position

At Marymount Hospital, serving Garfield Heights and the Southeast communities of Cuyahoga County, caregivers work in a diverse and welcoming environment guided by Christian values of service, compassion, dignity, and respect. Cleveland Clinic’s retina team is recognized for strong clinical outcomes and its work in research and innovation for retinal diseases.

Under the direction of a supervisor or physician, the Certified Ophthalmic Assistant receives and prepares patients for examination or treatment. The position works days, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of the written exam for Certified Ophthalmic Assistant.
• Recent graduate of an Ophthalmic Technology Program (not yet COT certified).
• One year of experience providing direct patient care under the supervision of an Ophthalmologist.

Nice To Haves

• Experience performing visual field testing, fundus photography, OCT, IOL Master, and contact lens insertion and removal.

Responsibilities

• Document patient information in the patient medical record.
• Perform stocking, maintenance, and other related duties, including maintaining examination rooms, equipment, and supplies.
• Perform clinical and technical ophthalmic duties and basic patient care as directed by a physician or supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED