Ophthalmic Assistant I

Sutter Health • Manchester, NH

2d • $36 - $47

About The Position

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation ALD Position Overview: Provides administrative support by answering phones, scheduling patient appointments, filing, paperwork, greets patients and assists with the check in of patients. Performs all of the pre-tests, refraction's, assist physicians with exams and/or procedures.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• COA-Certified Ophthalmic Assistant within 18 months OR COT-Certified Ophthalmic Technician within 18 months
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
• 1 year recent relevant experience
• Skill in operating a computer, copier, and telephone console, identifying problems and recommending solutions.
• The ability to understand and carry out assigned orders by physician or supervisors.
• Must have customer service skills with patients, physicians, co-workers and all supervisor/management positions.
• Ability to make simple mathematical computations, work independently, effectively prioritize tasks, exercise initiative, judgment, and decision making, work effectively as team member, establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees and the public.
• Knowledge, understanding, and ability to operate visual testing equipment.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative support by answering phones
• Scheduling patient appointments
• Filing, paperwork
• Greets patients and assists with the check in of patients
• Performs all of the pre-tests, refraction's
• Assist physicians with exams and/or procedures.

Benefits

• Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs.
• Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program.
• Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED