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Fichte Endl & Elmer Surgery, PC
Ophthalmic Surgical Counselor
Job Description
Ophthalmic Surgical Counselor @ Fichte, Endl & Elmer EyeCare Are you an experienced ophthalmic professional who enjoys helping patients feel confident and prepared for surgery? Join our team at Fichte, Endl & Elmer EyeCare as a Surgical Counselor! This is an exciting opportunity to guide patients through an important, and often life-changing, part of their eye-care journey. Our Surgical Counselors help patients understand what to expect, coordinate the steps leading up to surgery, and provide reassurance and support throughout the process.
Key Responsibilities:
Educate and prepare patients for their upcoming procedures Explain surgical instructions, scheduling details, and financial responsibilities Coordinate with physicians, clinical staff, and surgical facilities Answer patient questions with patience, accuracy, and compassion Ensure all required paperwork and preoperative steps are completed Create a positive and organized experience from consultation through surgeryWhat We're Looking For:
Previous ophthalmology, surgical counseling, or related healthcare experience is required Excellent communication and organizational skills A warm, upbeat personality and a passion for helping patients Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities A dependable team player who thrives in a busy medical practiceCompensation:
Starting at $21 per hour , with higher compensation available based on experience. If you're ready to bring your experience, energy, and enthusiasm to a team that helps patients see—and feel—their best, we would love to meet you! Apply today and become part of the Fichte, Endl & Elmer EyeCare team!Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $21.00 per hourBenefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insuranceExperience:
related (ophthalmology or surgery): 3 years (Required)Work Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health Insurance
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What they do
A Surgical Assistant assists in operations, under the supervision of surgeons. May, in accordance with state laws, help surgeons to make incisions and close surgical sites, manipulate or remove tissues, implant surgical devices or drains, suction the surgical site, place catheters, clamp or cauterize vessels or tissue, and apply dressings to surgical site.
$53,648 / year median in New York
+17% projected growth