Ophthalmic Assistant

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Texan Eye Balcones - Austin, TX 78731Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolTravel Percentage: Local Travel OnlyJob Category: Health CareComprehensive EyeCare Partners is one of the nation’s largest vision care management service organization. CompEye is focused on providing best-in-class, full-spectrum practice management and administrative services to its affiliated physicians and practices in support of their mission to deliver clinical excellence. Our Mission: Building the nation’s preeminent eye care services company by partnering with world class physicians to drive superior clinical and surgical outcomes, while optimizing the patient experience.

Position Summary

An Ophthalmic Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting ophthalmologists in providing eye care services to patients. They assist with both clinical and administrative tasks, contributing to the efficient operation of the practice.

Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 8AM - 5PM

Work Locations: 1700 South Mopac, Austin, TX 
925 Starwood Drive, Cedar Park, TX
5717 Balcones Drive, Austin, TX

Roles and Responsibilities


Ability to perform specialized eye exam testing while streamlining patient flow.
Other diagnostic testing such as: Visual Aids, OCT, Corneal topography, etc...
Providing phone support with request for prescription refills as authorized by the physician.
Educate patients regarding administration of medications and pre- and post-operative instructions as directed by physician.
Adhere to legal and regulatory requirements, such as HIPPA guidelines, to maintain patient confidentiality and privacy.
Assists with opening and closing duties.
Other duties as assigned.


Experience Requirements


One-year experience in a customer facing position preferred
Medical related experience preferred
Proficient in MS Word, Outlook, and Excel
Proficient in use of internet


Education Requirements


High school diploma or GED preferred


Physical Demands


While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.


Benefits


15 Paid Days off in your first year
Medical, dental and vision benefits
Scrub/ Shoe allowance for applicable roles 
Paid Holidays
Company paid life insurance
401(K)
Paid mileage between practices during work hour
ORCA Pass and Free Parking where applicable
On-going education available including certification reimbursement
Discount Programs Including Vision discounts on products and services

Qualifications