Ophthalmic Assistant

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Direct patient contact
Teamwork and diversity
Patient care assessment
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.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks including Health, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, and Education discount for staff and dependents.
  • The OA maintains the responsibility to clean and sterilize all required medical instruments, medical supplies, and equipment.

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; Available for benefits eligible positions only

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

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

Nice-to-have

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

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma/GED
  • Current BLS certification
  • One 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