OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT- Retina/Glaucoma

OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT

• Retina/Glaucoma 3.0 3.0 out of 5 stars New York, NY 10003 From $23 an hour
• Full-time NYC Retina 7 reviews From $23 an hour
• Full-time This is a great role for those seeking to gain experience in a clinical position.

At NYC Retina, we pride ourselves in providing the care that we would want for ourselves and our loved ones. As an ophthalmic assistant, you will gain direct patient care experience and will play a vital role in assisting our team. You will work alongside our patient care coordinators, surgeons, other ophthalmic assistants, registered nurses, physician assistants to deliver the highest level of patient care. You will be responsible for obtaining a variety of patient's tests and documentation. As an ophthalmic assistant you may also have the opportunity to assist both our clinical research team and/or our office based surgical team. This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the well-being of our patients and work in a dynamic healthcare environment that strives to be the best of the best by constantly improving.

Duties:

• Perform preliminary eye examinations, including gathering patient medical history and conducting visual acuity tests.
• Administer diagnostic tests such as tonometry, fluorescein angiography, OCT, Visual Fields, ERG, and other ophthalmic imaging.
• Administer eye drops as directed by the providers (MD's, RN's and/or PA's).
• Prepare patients for ophthalmic procedures and surgeries.
• Clean and maintain ophthalmic instruments and equipment.
• Accurate documentation in our electronic medical record
• Communication with all departments such as leadership, front desk personnel, other ophthalmic assistants.
• Documentation and communication of most current clinic inventory and supply needs.
• Maintaining all technician rooms and examination rooms cleaned and stocked appropriately.
• Assist to open and close the office.

Requirements:

• Full time position that includes at least 2 Saturdays a month.

NOT OPTIONAL.

• Ability to travel to both Forest Hills and Gramercy locations. ALL candidates will be expected to work in both locations depending on the scheduling needs for each day. You will NOT be considered if you are unable to travel to both locations.
• Previous experience working in a medical office or healthcare setting (preferred)
• Proficiency in using electronic medical record (EMR) systems, such as Epic or Modernizing Medicine (preferred)
• Strong understanding of medical terminology and anatomy
• Ability to accurately measure vital signs and record patient information
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Being bilingual is a plus.

We offer competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications. Additionally, we provide opportunities for professional development and growth within our organization. If you are a dedicated individual with a passion for patient care and possess the necessary skills and qualifications, we encourage you to apply for the position of Ophthalmic Assistant.

Pay:

From $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person