Assists ophthalmologists and optometrists with patient examinations, diagnostic imaging, and clinical procedures. Responsible for documenting patient history in EMR systems and providing patient education on eye health.
Requirements summary
Requires a high school diploma and at least one year of healthcare experience. COA certification is strongly preferred or must be obtained within 18 months of hire, and BLS certification is required within 90 days.
high schoolprofessional certificateCommunicationOrganizationEMR DocumentationPatient EducationClinical ProceduresSurgical AssistanceVisual Field TestingVisual Acuity TestingRefractionTonometryFundus PhotographyOCT Imaging
Job description
It's more than a career, it's a calling WI-SSM Health Verona Clinic Worker Type
Regular
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Highlights: Join Our Mission At SSM Health, we are committed to providing exceptional care and creating a healing environment for our patients. We are seeking a dedicated Ophthalmic Assistant to join our ophthalmology team and support our mission of delivering compassionate, high-quality eye care. Job Summary The Ophthalmic Assistant plays a vital role in assisting ophthalmologists and optometrists with patient care, diagnostic testing, and clinical procedures. This position ensures smooth clinic operations and an excellent patient experience. Responsibilities Prepare patients for eye examinations and procedures. Perform preliminary vision tests, including visual acuity, tonometry, and refraction. Assist with diagnostic imaging such as OCT, fundus photography, and visual field testing. Document patient history and maintain accurate medical records in the EMR system. Educate patients on eye health, medications, and post-procedure care. Maintain and clean ophthalmic instruments and equipment. Support physicians during minor procedures and surgeries as needed. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required. 1 year of health care experience required COA (Certified Ophthalmic Assistant) certification strongly preferred or willingness to obtain within 18 months of hire. Previous experience in ophthalmology or optometry setting is a plus. Strong communication and organizational skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced clinical environment. Why Join SSM Health? Competitive compensation and benefits package. Opportunities for professional growth and certification support. A mission-driven organization focused on holistic patient care. Collaborative and supportive team environment.
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Summary: Participates in the care and treatment of eye care patients utilizing skills unique to optometry and ophthalmology. Demonstrates accountability to patients, peers and other health team members through positive customer relations and effective communication. Cares for children and adult patients of all ages.
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Responsibilities and
Requirements: PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Assists eye care providers in the exam and treatment of patients. Initiates documentation of the patient’s chief complaint, history of present illness, review of systems, and all pertinent ocular findings. May perform testing to include visual acuity measurement, color vision testing, lensometry, keratometry, testing pupil function, tonometry, automated perimetry, evaluation of EOMs (Extra-Ocular Muscle), confrontation visual field testing, and other patient services as requested by the provider. May act as a scribe by documenting (on behalf of the provider) all clinically relevant interaction and dialogue during the course of the patient visit.
Benefits
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible Payment Options
Upfront Tuition Coverage
This will include: documenting history and exam, entering diagnoses, orders (medications, labs, imaging, consults, etc.), E&M (Evaluation & Management), follow up and patient instructions. Provides patient education under direction of eye care provider. Assists with minor surgery procedures and laser treatments in the office, including application and removal of dressings as directed. Inventories and maintains surgical instruments in accordance with system and department standards. Screens patients and calls for emergency/urgent situations; obtains pertinent information for provider. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned. EDUCATION High School diploma/GED or 10 years of work experience EXPERIENCE One year heath care experience PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Constant standing and walking. Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs. Frequent reaching, gripping, and keyboard use/data entry. Frequent use of vision for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors. Occasional bending, stooping, crawling, kneeling, sitting, squatting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Occasional use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs. Occasional lifting/moving patients. Occasional use of smell to detect/recognize odors. Occasional driving. REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL
LICENSE
AND/OR
Certifications
Resuscitation
Certification
Requirement: Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) required within 90 day of employment. Other resuscitation certifications may be required dependent on department.
Work
Shift:
Day
Shift (United
States of
America)
Job
Type:
Employee
Department: 6650190164
Verona
Ophthalmology
Scheduled
Weekly
Hours: 40
Benefits: SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
Paid
Parental
Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
Flexible
Payment
Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
Upfront
Tuition
Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Explore All Benefits SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more. Create or login to your SSM Health Candidate Workday account to track your application progress and see real-time updates. Remember to keep a record of your login information to access your Candidate Workday account in the future! Current Employees & Contractors – please apply internally via the Career app on your Workday home page. Do not continue here. Visit here for more information.
