Ophthalmic Assistant Non-Certified

Allina Health • Hastings, NE

8d • $21 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

The Ophthalmic Assistant assists with patient care by conducting preliminary ocular testing and vision screening and preparing patients for examinations and in-office surgery. The role uses effective patient communication and workflow management to coordinate care through referrals, consultations, procedure scheduling, and postoperative visits. It also helps ensure patient rooms are clean and well stocked.

The position is a 1.0 FTE role working 80 hours per two-week pay period, with an 8-hour day shift and no weekends. It is based at 1880 North Frontage Rd, Hastings, MN 55033-2687.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have the education and/or experience needed to meet the required functional competencies listed in the job description.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• 0 to 2 years of ophthalmic experience.
• 0 to 2 years of knowledge of complete eye exam tests and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients, collect assessments, and assist with eye examinations.
• Collect vital signs, reconcile medications, document allergies and chief complaints, and collect patient, family, and ocular histories.
• Perform preliminary testing and basic examinations, and document findings in the electronic medical record.
• Open and close patient rooms.
• Provide training on contact lens insertion and removal.
• Schedule surgeries and peri-operative and post-operative visits.
• Provide patient education, including videos about surgical procedures.
• Answer and follow up on calls from patients and suppliers.
• Order and maintain ophthalmic supplies, medications, and diagnostic contact lens inventory.
• Clean and sterilize equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical and dental benefits.
• PTO/time away.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Voluntary benefits, including vision, legal, and critical illness coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement or continuing medical education, as applicable.
• Student loan support benefits to help navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Well-being resources, including well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, programs, personal coaching, and tools.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed