MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT

Illinois Eye Center•Pekin, IL

2d•$19 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Office Assistant supports patient care in an eye-care setting as part of a professional medical team. The role involves documenting patient information, assisting doctors during examinations and treatment, preparing exam rooms, and educating patients about medications and procedures. The position is 40 hours per week, with work hours scheduled between 7:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. according to the position and patient needs. Some positions may participate in a Saturday rotation from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Travel to all company locations may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Basic writing and English skills.
Good communication skills, organization, ability to take directions, teamwork, flexibility with hours, and ability to plan ahead.
Courtesy and a pleasing personality when working with patients.
Ability to read and comprehend, write legibly, spell correctly, and proofread.
Ability to learn and retain medical and ophthalmic terminology.
Ability to work with all age groups.
Basic computer skills, including logging on, finding basic information in the patient system, and typing at least 30 words per minute.
Basic math skills.

Nice To Haves

Medical office experience.

Responsibilities

Accurately document collected data, diagnoses, and treatment initiated, including examinations, tests, prescriptions, and recommendations.
Provide chairside assistance to the doctor and administer treatment ordered by the doctor.
Prepare examination rooms.
Assist with patient education regarding medications and procedures.