Ophthalmic Assistant

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, United States
Commensurate with education + experience; benefits...
On-site
Direct patient contact
Teamwork and diversity
Patient care assessment
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant in Little Rock, AR. This role involves direct patient care and requires compassion and teamwork, with responsibilities including patient assessment and various ophthalmic tests

Job Summary

  • The OA participates in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care to a select group of patients.
  • Ophthalmic Assistant is required to provide direct patient assessment, performing measurement required to evaluate the eye; test and record visual acuity appropriately for patient with all levels of acuity.
  • The OA, maintains the responsibility to clean and sterilize all required medical instruments, medical supplies, and equipment.

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant in Little Rock, AR. This role involves direct patient care and requires compassion and teamwork, with responsibilities including patient assessment and various ophthalmic tests.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Benefits: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • direct patient contact
  • teamwork and diversity
  • patient care assessment

Nice-to-have

  • compassion towards patients
  • collaborative health care organization

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma/GED
  • Current BLS certification or obtain within 30 days
  • One (1) year of ophthalmic/optometric assisting or medical setting experience
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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