Ophthalmic Assistant

Job overview

Ophthalmic Assistant at UCHealth in Parker, CO. This is an onsite, Full Time position with a Day shift. The pay range is $21.49 - $27.94 per hour. This role assists eye care providers in patient care and clinical activities, ensuring proper care and usage of medical instruments. It is crucial for maintaining efficient patient flow and supporting the overall operations of the eye center.

What you'll do

• Assists eye care providers in performing patient care.
• Performs basic optometric testing procedures, diagnostic testing, administration of medications, and tasks delegated by the eye care provider.
• Assists with minor procedures and prescription refill process under the direction of eye care provider.
• Performs documentation, patient education, and enters charges.
• Assists with the flow of patient care.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.

What we're looking for

Education

High School diploma or GED.

Experience

None required.

Skills & competencies

ophthalmic assistant

uchealth

parker co

full time

days

onsite

$21.49+/hr

patient care support

technician

healthcare

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental and vision coverage. Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents. Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources. Free Care.com membership. Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs. Time away from work: Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence. Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options. Employer-provided short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up coverage option. 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution. Additional 457(b) plan may be available. Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care
• health savings account available when enrolled in high-deductible (HD) medical plan. UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth.

About the employer

UCHealth is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists). Sector: 62.