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Ophthalmic Assistant I

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An Orthopedics Physician Assistant provides medical care to patients, under the supervision of a physician or surgeon. Works in concert with an orthopedist, and is licensed to practice medicine but has less formal certification than a physician. Performs duties delegated by a physician such as recording patient medical histories, ordering diagnostic tests, or giving immunizations.

$105,743 / year median in Minnesota

+16% projected growth

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Job Description

Park Nicollet is looking to hire a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant to join our team! Come join us as a Partner for Good and help us make an impact on the care and experience that our patients and their families receive every day.
Position Summary:
Provides basic preparation of the patient for ophthalmic tests, evaluation, or treatment ensuring quality patient services.
Work Schedule:
Day shift, Monday-Friday.
Required Qualifications:
Certification through JCAHPO as an Ophthalmic Assistant is required within two years of hire date. 1)Demonstrates knowledge of age-related growth and development principles necessary to provide appropriate service and assure safety of patients. 2)Detail oriented individual with strong human relations and organizational skills. 3)Ongoing certification as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant.
Preferred Qualifications:
a) Satisfactory completion of an accredited home study course in Ophthalmic Assisting or b) Satisfactory completion of an accredited Medical Assistant or Medical Office Assistant program or c) Equivalent related experience.
Benefits:
Park Nicollet offers a competitive benefits package (for eligible positions) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, a retirement program, time away from work, insurance options, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, onsite clinic and much more!