Certified or Non-Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

Medical Associates • Dubuque, IA

64d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ophthalmology Department at Medical Associates Clinic seeking a motivated, dependable, and compassionate individual eager to grow in a meaningful healthcare career. No prior ophthalmology experience is required! You'll receive comprehensive on-the-job and online training to become a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) within two years, with continued opportunity to advance to Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) . This position is open to Non-Certified Ophthalmic Assistants, COAs, COTs, LPNs, and RNs . Overview: Ideal Candidate Demonstrates empathy, professionalism, and attention to detail. Thrives in a fast-paced, team-based environment. Adapts quickly to changing workflows and new technology. Values growth, balance, and meaningful patient connections. Ideal candidates enjoy working at a fast pace, strive for outstanding patient care, adaptable to changing work conditions, love to learn, and are effective and professional communicators. Professional Development We invest in your growth: Certification Support: Medical Associates covers the full cost of sitting for your IJCAHPO COA or COT certification exams. Ongoing Education: Enjoy free access to IJCAHPO's Clinic CE Subscription—featuring 220+ online courses from world-renowned faculty with direct CE credit tracking to your IJCAHPO transcript. Career Progression: Build clinical confidence and earn credentials that open doors across ophthalmology and beyond. Schedule: Monday-Friday, typically scheduled 4.5 days per week to promote work-life balance (hours primarily 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM; flexibility required) Location: Ophthalmology Department, Medical Associates West Campus

Requirements

• High School Diploma required
• Keyboarding skills and use of electronic equipment
• Use and operate a wide variety of diagnostic and medical equipment
• Use personal protection safety equipment including gloves, lab coats, gowns, goggles, and face masks/shields
• A significant level of trust and diplomacy is required, in addition to normal courtesy and tact
• Work involves extensive personal contact with others and/or is usually of a personal or sensitive nature
• Work may involve motivating or influencing others
• Outside contacts become important and fostering sound relationships with other entities (companies and/or individuals) becomes necessary

Nice To Haves

• Some college in healthcare field and patient contact experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Documenting and performing the general patient workups
• Updating pertinent medical information
• Performing diagnostic testing
• Assist doctors in carrying out treatment plans
• Collaborate with team members to provide quality care to patients
• Communicate clearly and effectively with patients, co-workers, and others
• Provide patient education as needed
• Broaden skill set and demonstrate flexibility in performing additional duties of patient care
• Maintain an office environment that is safe, neat, organized, and supplied with necessary equipment, instruments, supplies, and educational materials
• Ensure equipment is functioning safely and properly
• Perform cleaning and maintenance of equipment according to guidelines
• Complete all other assigned projects and duties

Benefits

• Single or Family Health Insurance with discounted premium rates for wellness program participation
• 401k with immediate matching (50% on the dollar up to 7% of pay + additional annual Profit Sharing)
• Flexible Paid Time Off Program (24 days off/year)
• Medical and Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts
• Life insurance
• Long Term Disability Coverage
• Short Term Disability Coverage
• Dental Insurance

What This Job Offers

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