Ophthalmic Assistant

Maine Eye Center•Netarts, OR

2d•$19 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

Maine Eye is seeking a compassionate, dependable Ophthalmic Assistant to join its clinical team. The role combines ophthalmic assisting and contact lens support, with time shared between clinical patient care and contact lens services. The assistant prepares patients for examinations, performs diagnostic testing, assists providers, and guides patients through contact lens care. No ophthalmology experience is required; on-the-job training is provided. The position offers an opportunity to learn specialized clinical skills and develop a career in ophthalmology.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
No previous experience required; ophthalmology experience is not required, and on-the-job training is provided.
Compassionate approach and exceptional customer service skills.
Clear, professional communication and ability to build positive relationships with patients and coworkers.
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organization in a busy environment.
Dependability, initiative, sound judgment, and problem-solving skills.
Comfort learning technology and documenting patient information in electronic medical records.
Respect for patient confidentiality and commitment to professional, respectful care.
Ability to meet the role's physical requirements, including prolonged standing, bending, reaching, moving between floors, occasional lifting of more than 20 pounds, and assisting with movement of patients in wheelchairs or on stretchers, including patients weighing 300 pounds or more.
Manual dexterity to operate medical equipment and vision and hearing sufficient to perform patient care duties, with reasonable accommodation as applicable.

Nice To Haves

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is preferred but not required.
Experience in healthcare, medical assisting, CNA work, patient care, or customer service is welcomed but not required.

Responsibilities

Gather medical histories, measure vision, perform preliminary screenings, and accurately document patient information in electronic medical records.
Learn and perform diagnostic imaging, visual field testing, eye pressure measurements, and other assessments under provider direction.
Assist with examinations, in-office procedures, and documentation; administer medications as directed; and explain testing and care instructions to patients.
Teach patients how to insert, remove, and care for contact lenses; process prescriptions and orders; and respond to patient questions.
Verify insurance when applicable, explain costs, collect payments, process returns or exchanges, and communicate with vendors regarding contact lens orders and billing.
Keep examination rooms and equipment clean, organized, and stocked, and monitor contact lens supplies and inventory.
Provide clinical and administrative coverage across specialties and assist with staff training and medical contact lens coordination as skills develop.

Benefits

Medical and dental insurance.
401(k) retirement plan with company match of up to 5%.
Company profit sharing.
Paid time off, 9 paid holidays, and a floating holiday.
Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability.
Supplemental life insurance options and long-term disability.
Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Limited Purpose FSA, Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), and Dependent Care Account.
Pet insurance.
Professional development opportunities.
Employee eye care benefits and discounts.
Wellness benefits and an employee recognition program.