Ophthalmic Assistant

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Direct patient contact
Patient care assessment
Instrument sterilization and maintenance
The Ophthalmic Assistant participates in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care to a select group of patients

Job Summary

  • The Ophthalmic Assistant participates in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care to a select group of patients.
  • The OA is required to provide direct patient assessment, performing measurements required to evaluate the eye and testing visual acuity.
  • UAMS offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, holiday, vacation, sick leave, and education discounts for qualifying staff.

Matching Summary

The Ophthalmic Assistant participates in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care to a select group of patients.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • direct patient contact
  • patient care assessment
  • instrument sterilization and maintenance
  • teamwork and diversity

Nice-to-have

  • compassion towards patients
  • collaborative health care organization
  • improving patient care

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma/GED
  • Current BLS certification
  • One (1) year ophthalmic/optometric assisting experience
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter