Health Care District of Palm Beach County·Boca Raton, Florida
The Certified Ophthalmic Assistant supports providers by performing comprehensive patient workups and high-quality diagnostic testing. They are also responsible for clinical documentation, patient education, and coordinating follow-up care.
Our clinic specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of ocular disease. We combine advanced technology, evidence-based medicine, and exceptional patient care to help preserve and improve vision for patients of all ages. We are seeking an energetic, compassionate, and highly motivated certified ophthalmic assistant to join our clinical team. This position offers the opportunity to work directly with providers managing glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, macular degeneration, dry eye disease, retinal disorders, neuro-ophthalmic conditions, and other complex ocular diseases.
If you are passionate about ophthalmic care, enjoy patient interaction, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.
Our provider delivers comprehensive medical eye care using state-of-the-art diagnostic technology.
The Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) serves as an integral member of the clinical team and is responsible for supporting providers through patient workups, diagnostic testing, clinical documentation, patient education, and care coordination.
The ideal candidate possesses strong clinical skills, attention to detail, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to patient-centered care.
Accurately document patient encounters within the electronic health record. Ensure all diagnostic images and testing are properly uploaded and labeled. Assist with chart preparation and provider workflow. Maintain accurate clinical records.
The Health Care District of Palm Beach County is an independent special taxing district that has served as a healthcare safety net for more than 36 years to fill in gaps in access to healthcare services. This unique healthcare system covers the entire county and provides a wide range of services such as nine community health centers (Federally Qualified Health Centers) which serve everyone regardless of ability to pay; school health teams in 172 public schools; a lifesaving Trauma Hawk aeromedical helicopter program; a rural, public teaching hospital, Lakeside Medical Center; an award-winning skilled nursing center; a ground ambulance program for Health Care District patients needing a higher level of care and the county’s Trauma Agency, which ensures quality outcomes within the county’s trauma system and leads initiatives to prevent traumatic injury.
We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, military or veteran status, age, sex, pregnancy status, genetic information, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation or identification status, or any other legally recognized category protected by jurisdictional, state or federal law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.
We are also committed to maintaining a safe, healthy, and productive work environment for all employees. As such, we are a Drug-Free Workplace.
The Health Care District of Palm Beach County is an E-Verify participating employer and will use E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.
This role may require Agency of Health Care Administration (AHCA) background screening and clearance. As required under House Bill 531, applicants may review AHCA’s education and awareness information at the following link: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ [https://info.flclearinghouse.com/]
Candidates must hold a current COA certification and a high school diploma or GED. Preferred qualifications include two or more years of experience in an ocular disease-focused practice and proficiency with OCT and visual field testing.
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