Ophthalmic Assistant

Medical Assistant/Ophthalmology

compensation: Based on Experience
employment type: full-time

We are searching for a Clinical MA who will work closely with patients and physician in administering optical services. Your job will be focused on assisting the physician with patients. However, this can cover a wide range of job responsibilities:

Scheduling medical procedures
Taking patient medical histories
Updating patient medical files
Placing Dilation drops in patients eyes
Performing refractive duty
Taking blood pressure and body temperatures
Instructing patients on proper usage of medications
Phoning in prescriptions to various pharmacies
Sterilizing medical instruments
Preparing patients for examination
Assisting the physician during exams
Instructing patients about medication

We are looking for someone with Great people skills. Able to multi task with patients and be able to empathize and maintain a friendly demeanor is very important. Bi-lingual is a must. Salary based on experience. Will report directly to Practice Manager