Ophthalmic Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY**: Full time permanent** ophthalmic assistant Chinese speaking is a must.

Ophthalmology Assistant Responsibilities & Duties

• Assist the ophthalmologist during eye examinations and procedures
• Prepare examination rooms and ensure all necessary equipment is sterilized and ready for use
• Gather patient medical histories and record any relevant information
• Administer eye drops and other medications as directed by the ophthalmologist
• Instruct patients on the proper use and care of contact lenses and glasses
• Perform basic vision tests and measure eyeglass prescriptions
• Assist with minor surgical procedures and laser treatments under supervision
• Schedule appointments and maintain patient records
• Answer patient inquiries and provide education on eye health
• Maintain inventory of optical supplies and order new materials as needed

Ophthalmology Assistant Qualifications & Skills

• Accountability – Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions or work performed. Willing to accept constructive criticism.
• Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly with attention to all details of a project or task.
• Adaptability – Ability to adapt to and facilitate change in the workplace.
• Communication – Ability to communicate effectively with others using good listening skills and the spoken word. Ability to write clearly and concisely using good grammar and spelling.
• Empathetic – Ability to appreciate and be sensitive to the feelings of patients and co-workers. Exhibits a cheerful demeanor with the ability to display good-natured tolerance of delay or adversity.
• Essential Job Functions – Ability to perform the Essential Job Functions of this position.
• Initiative – Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal. Desire to excel, attempting non-routine tasks.
• Judgment – The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
• Organized – Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Reliability – Can be relied upon to demonstrate reliability in attendance and punctuality.
• Team Player – The ability to work with others and independently for a common goal. Puts aside own individual needs to work toward the larger group objective and reinforces the contribution of others.

Work Schedule: To be determined by the needs of the practice. Will include some early evening hours and will include Saturdays an Sundays.

SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
Experience: No prior experience necessary

Computer Skills
Good computer skills. Able to navigate between screens: able to accurately enter data.
Able to type 30+ words per minute.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person