Ophthalmic Assistant

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Direct patient contact
Patient assessment and care
Medical instrument cleaning and sterilization
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 maintains the responsibility to clean and sterilize all required medical instruments, medical supplies, and equipment.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks including health, holiday, vacation, sick leave, and education discounts for qualifying positions.

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; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • direct patient contact
  • patient assessment and care
  • medical instrument cleaning and sterilization
  • equipment calibration and maintenance

Nice-to-have

  • compassion towards patients
  • teamwork and diversity
  • collaborative healthcare organization

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma/GED
  • Current BLS certification or obtain within 30 days
  • 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