Perform preliminary ophthalmic screenings, including medical histories and visual testing, under physician direction. Maintain and stock exam lanes and equipment while ensuring a professional environment for patients.
Requirements summary
Requires a high school diploma or GED and current CPR certification. Candidates should have at least one year of work experience, preferably in an eye-related field.
high schoolprofessional certificateMultitaskingInterpersonal CommunicationPatient CareElectronic Medical RecordsPatient ConfidentialityVisual Field TestingVisual Acuity TestingTonometryLensometryOphthalmic InstrumentationOphthalmic ScreeningPupil Examination
Job description
Department
02270
WFBMG
University
Group
Practice:
Greensboro
Eye
Center
North
Elm -
Ophthalmology
Status:
Full time
Benefits
Eligible:
Yes
Hours
Per
Week: 40
Schedule
Details/Additional
Information: Monday-Friday 8am-5PM Pay Range $20.80 - $31.20
Position
HIGHLIGHTS: Full Time, Days Located in Greensboro, North Carolina This job qualifies for a $6,000 sign-on bonus, provided the candidate meets the eligibility requirements.
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MUST
HAVE: High School diploma or GED equivalent. CPR certification (American Heart Association OR American Red Cross) required. One year work experience, preferably in an eye-related field.
NICE
TO
HAVE: Previous work experience in ophthalmology preferred.
Essential
FUNCTIONS: Performs preliminary screenings as ordered via physician including but not limited to providing detailed patient medical/ocular histories, obtaining visual acuity, tonometry, lensometry, pupil exam, instilling ocular medication, and visual field testing. Maintains assigned ophthalmic exam lanes/equipment in clinic. Cleans ophthalmic equipment in exam rooms according to guidelines. Maintains physical environment of exam rooms. Ensures exam room/lane are stocked appropriately. Interacts with patients/families, coworkers, and physicians in professional courteous manner always. Always maintain patient confidentiality. Always contributes to the positive atmosphere of the workplace. Participates in own professional development by maintaining required competencies, required continuing education hours to maintain certification according to JCAHPO guidelines. Maintains current CPR certification during employment. Under the direction of the physician may perform prescription refill following standard guidelines. Demonstrates dedication to patient service and care by serving as a role model in always delivering quality patient care. Performs other job duties incidental to the work described here in and based on Certification level.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Sign-on Bonus
Adoption Assistance
Educational Assistance Program
Retirement Plans With Employer Match
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Computer skills, work experience with Electronic Medical Record preferred. Solid understanding of ophthalmic practice and care of ophthalmic patients. Knowledge of ophthalmic instrumentation. Proficient in basic preliminary ophthalmic testing according to certification COA. Ability to multitask with efficiency. Understands the need for efficient use of time. Ability to recognize common safety hazards and take precautions to establish a safe work surrounding. Ability to withstand long periods of standing and walking. Focused and organized, always working as a team player. .
Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational
Assistance
Program
Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials.
Combined,
Advocate and
Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care
