Ophthalmic Assistant I, II, or Certified Ophthalmic Technician
Marshfield Clinic Health SystemAbout the role
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Job Title:
Ophthalmic Assistant I, II, or Certified Ophthalmic TechnicianCost Center:
301671535 WC-Eye Care CenterScheduled Weekly Hours:
32Employee Type:
RegularWork Shift:
Mon-Fri; day shifts (United States of America)Job Description:
OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT I
JOB SUMMARY
The Ophthalmic Assistant I functions as a member of the healthcare team by providing basic ophthalmic, technical, and clerical support to assist providers in providing for patient care, comfort, and safety. The individual will complete optometric/ophthalmic tests and measurements as ordered by the provider and will assist providers with procedures. The Ophthalmic Assistant I performs in a manner consistent with Marshfield Clinic Health System's (MCHS) mission, policies, and initiatives while maintaining patient confidentiality.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
For positions requiring education beyond a high school diploma or equivalent, educational qualifications must be from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education and Accreditation.
Minimum Required: None
Preferred/Optional: Graduate of a medical assistant program. Successful completion of a medical terminology course.
EXPERIENCE
Minimum Required: Experience in a medical field or customer service experience.
Preferred/Optional: Experience in Ophthalmology or Optometry.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES
The following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position, which must be maintained in good standing:
Minimum Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association within three months of hire.
Preferred/Optional: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association at time of hire. Certified Ophthalmic Assistant certification awarded by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO).
OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT II
JOB SUMMARY
The Ophthalmic Assistant II functions as a member of the healthcare team by providing basic ophthalmic, technical, and clerical support to assist providers in providing for patient care, comfort, and safety. The individual will complete optometric/ophthalmic tests and measurements as ordered by the provider and will assist providers with procedures. The Ophthalmic Assistant II performs in a manner consistent with Marshfield Clinic Health System’s (MCHS) mission, policies, and initiatives while maintaining patient confidentiality.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
For positions requiring education beyond a high school diploma or equivalent, educational qualifications must be from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education and Accreditation.
Minimum Required: Successful completion of a medical terminology course within six months of hire. Employees in this job joining MCHS through acquisition may be grandfathered due to an education requirement variance.
Preferred/Optional: Graduate of a medical assistant program. Successful completion of a medical terminology course at time of hire.
EXPERIENCE
Minimum Required: One year of prior Ophthalmic experience. Certified Ophthalmic Assistant certification may be accepted in lieu of one year experience.
Preferred/Optional: Experience in Ophthalmology or Optometry.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES
The following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position. Licenses with restrictions are subject to review to determine if restrictions are substantially related to the position.
Minimum Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association within three months of hire. Certified Ophthalmic Assistant certification awarded by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) within two and a half years of being in the Ophthalmic Assistant II position.
Preferred/Optional: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association at time of hire. Certified Ophthalmic Assistant certification awarded by the
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