Ophthalmic Assistant

Benefits:

Health insurance

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Training & development

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

A well-established Ophthalmology practice, specializing in pediatric care, exams for those with special needs, and adult strabismus care, is seeking Ophthalmic Assistants to support our busy clinic. An ideal candidate loves being around children, and can make an exam both fun and professional.

Benefits/Perks

Competitive Pediatric Compensation

Health, Dental, Disability insurance offered

401(k) with Profit Sharing

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking a Pediatric Ophthalmic Assistant to join our team! As an Ophthalmic Assistant, you will be responsible for conducting the initial assessment of a patient, including listening to their complaints or concerns, obtaining a relevant medical history, and measuring intraocular pressures, refraction, visual acuities, and more. You will also assist as needed with procedures done by the doctor in-office, help educate patients on eye health and best practices, and maintain an organized, clean work environment at all times. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, exceptional customer service skills, and is extremely organized. We are looking for someone who has a passion for helping children of all ages, as well as adults with special needs.

Work Schedule

Monday thru Friday

Shifts rotate between 7:30-3:30, 8-4, and 12-7

Overtime available as our ending time relies more on the doctor finishing all exams rather than a pre-determined exact time

Primary office of work is located Cranberry Township, PA 16066 with infrequent travel to Murrysville, PA 15668

Responsibilities

Greet patients and gather medical history and relevant information for their visit

Conduct an initial assessment of the patient and record all findings

Assist in in-office procedures, as needed

Educate patients on best practice and eye health

Maintain a clean, organized workspace at all times

Maintain consumable supplies and re-order as needed

Qualifications

Previous customer service experience desired

Previous Ophthalmology experience a plus

Strong customer service skills

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent attention to detail

Familiarity with basic computer programs, such as the Microsoft Office suite