Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

The Corvallis Clinic • Corvallis, OR

231d • $18 - $24

About The Position

The Certified Ophthalmic Assistant provides assistance to the physician with patient care in accordance with established methods and techniques while conforming to recognized standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current certification as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA), Certified Paraoptometric Assistant (CPOA), or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to complete BLS certification within 90 days of hire required.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of basic clinical skills to provide patient care.
• Ability to prioritize.
• Ability to work compatibly with physicians, patients and other staff.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and cope with the hazards of a busy, fast-paced work environment.

Responsibilities

• Participate and maintain a culture within The Corvallis Clinic consistent with the content outlined in the Service and Behavioral Standards Caregiver document.
• Compile all chart and background information at the beginning of the day for the physician.
• Perform ocular screening examinations, auto refraction, K. Readings, visual acuity testing, and other required tests using various standardized means to prepare the physician with the information needed for the care of Ophthalmic patients.
• Maintain and repair all equipment in a timely manner.
• Read glasses on lensometer.
• Assist in surgical procedures with the ability to prepare the patients for the physician's examinations.
• Stock and maintain inventory control of medicines and supplies. Clean and stock shared work areas and exam rooms.

Benefits

• Work-life balance is a top priority at The Corvallis Clinic
• 7 holidays + 2 floating holidays = 9 Paid Holidays! Early release on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve
• Generous Personal Leave Accrual
• Benefits: Medical w/ HSA or HRA, Dental, Flexible Spending Acct (FSA)
• Employer contribution to HSA and HRA (when enrolled in Medical Plan)
• Employer paid Long Term Disability (LTD), Basic Life/AD&D, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Benefits (Vision, Life Insurance and AD&D, Pet Insurance, Aflac, Legal Shield)
• Retirement - 401k eligible and auto enrolled after 90 days, 100% vested from day 1, with discretionary clinic match after 1 year (w/hours requirement) and discretionary Profit Share after 2 years (w/hours requirement)
• Pay on Demand (up to 2x per month)
• Casual Fridays (with clinic approved attire)
• Year-round employee engagement events and festivities
• Team centered culture, delivering exceptional medical care with compassion and a commitment to service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees