We are willing to train the right individual and provide assistance with gaining certification as an ophthalmic assistant within a year from hire. You must have great customer service skills and a desire to learn and grow with our team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Room patients; obtain ocular, medical and family history; instruct patients regarding medications, tests and procedures; coordinate patient flow; and update patient's electronic medical record. Perform testing as required and/or directed including measurement of visual acuity, visual fields, extraocular motions, intraocular pressure by applanation tonometry, and pinhole acuity; measure, compare and test pupils; and refraction as necessary. Record data as testing is performed and for physician during visit as scribe in the electronic medical record.

Prepare exam rooms:

Room stocking, maintaining inventory of supplies. Contact lens dispensing, instill ocular medications, participate in telephone triage as necessary. Educate patient on eye care and contact lens care. May educate patient on surgical procedures as appropriate/required. Perform dictation/faxing/phone calls and other related clerical tasks. Process all associated coding, documentation, charting and referrals. Sterile processing of surgical instruments and diagnostic lenses. May complete scribe duties as assigned. Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$15.00 - $20.00 per hour Expected hours: 35.0 - 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Language:

Spanish (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Klamath Falls, OR 97601 (Required)

Work Location:

In person