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Retina Consultants of Minnesota
Ophthalmic Assistant
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What they do
An Ophthalmic Technician makes prescription eyeglasses and contact lenses by cutting and shaping lenses according to individual prescriptions. May make lenses for other optical equipment, such as telescopes or microscopes. Works in medical equipment manufacturing facilities and laboratories, retail stores, or in the offices of optometrists and physicians.
$44,135 / year median in Minnesota
+25% projected growth
Job Description
At Retina Consultants of Minnesota, we are the largest retina practice in the Midwest with a sterling reputation . We are a values-driven company committed to exceptional patient care and to the growth and development of our employees. We treat patients like family and genuinely care for our staff. Guided by strong values, we proudly invest in best-in-class, internally developed, and highly structured training programs. Whether you bring prior healthcare experience or are new to the field, our comprehensive training programs will develop you into a highly competent ophthalmic professional.
What sets us apart:
Training programs intentionally designed to build confidence, competence, and long term success Dedicated one-on-one trainers who guide you through approximately 8 weeks of personalized training A supportive learning environment for those who love to learn, grow, and be challenged A strong commitment to promoting from within and building careers , not just filling roles We are excited to hire friendly, hardworking, and empathetic individuals with a generous personality, a love of learning, and a desire to grow in a professional healthcare environment. In return, we offer meaningful work, excellent benefits, opportunities to learn every day, and a culture that values kindness, professionalism, and intelligence. We are seeking multiple outgoing, patient focused individuals to work as Ophthalmic Assistants at our St. Louis Park, MN clinic. If you have a passion for providing exceptional patient care, are highly personable, team-oriented, attuned to accuracy and fine detail, and would like to advance your career in Ophthalmology, we would like to talk to you! Responsibilities for an Ophthalmic Assistant include, but are not limited to the following: Engage with patients- Demonstrate a patient centric attitude and professionalism that instills confidence in RCM's services.
- We are willing to train individuals with exceptional communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
- We offer excellent compensation and benefits, to include: Paid Holidays
- 7 days per year 401(k) that includes a 3% annual company contribution after first year Personal Time Off (PTO)
- 16 days per year Health Insurance / Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Health Savings Account (HSA) Dental Insurance (company paid single coverage) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Basic and Supplemental Term Life Insurance (free single coverage) Long Term Disability (company paid single coverage) Long Term Care (company paid single coverage) Short-Term Disability (STD) Vision Insurance Pet Insurance Telehealth Plan / Nice Healthcare (company paid coverage) Legal Insurance / Identity Protection $250 in uniform (scrubs, shoes, and jackets) reimbursement About Retina Consultants of Minnesota (RCM): RCM has 9 Minnesota locations•St.
Our guiding principles are:
We exist to serve our patients. We will provide the best available medical skills, technology, and service. We will be their advocates. We will care for our patients as if they were members of our family. We will treat our patients with respect, dignity, and kindness. We are proud of our dedicated staff. We will strive to provide a rewarding career with opportunity for personal and professional growth. We will promote teamwork. We will provide a respectful and safe working environment. We are humbled that other doctors entrust their patients to our care. We will be available when we are needed. We will promptly communicate the results of patient evaluation and treatment. We will respect the referring doctors' relationships with their patients. We recognize that we have a responsibility to our community. We will strive to be desire to perpetually "Learn and Grow" Efficient and highly accurate user of applicable information technology and health care management systems A good corporate citizen. We will function ethically. We will be prudent in our stewardship of healthcare resources. Medical advances are critical to our patients. We will remain at the forefront in the search for new knowledge and treatments of retinal disease. We will participate in clinical research. We will share our knowledge with our patients and referring doctors, and with our retinal colleagues around the world.Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$21.50- $24.
Benefits:
401(k) Bereavement leave Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Uniform allowance Vision insurance Application Question(s): What are your career goals over the next 1 year, 5 years, and beyond? (Please do not use Chatgpt or any other artificial intelligence to answer this question- Thank you!) What interests you in this position? (Please do not use Chatgpt or any other artificial intelligence to answer this question
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