Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

About the job

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Job Title

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

Location

Garfield Hts

Facility

Marymount Hospital

Department

Eye Regnl Marymount-Integrated Surgical Institute

Job Code

000701

Shift

Days

Schedule

7:00am-5:00pm

Job Summary

Job Details

Serving the needs of Garfield Heights and the Southeast communities of Cuyahoga County, Marymount Hospital is an acute care, faith-based hospital. Here, caregivers are guided by the Christian values of service, compassion, dignity and respect and live by the mission of providing world-class healthcare.  As a part of our team, you will build a rewarding, lifelong career in  a diverse and welcoming environment.

Cleveland Clinic is recognized in the U.S. and throughout the world for its expertise and care. Our retina team has some of the best clinical outcomes in the field and is passionate about leading the way in research and innovation for retinal diseases. Under the direction of a supervisor or physician, you will receive and prepare patients for examination or treatment.

A caregiver in this position works 7:00am to 5:00pm.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Document patient information in the patient medical record.

• Perform stocking, maintenance and other related duties as assigned, including maintaining exam rooms, equipment and supplies.

• Perform clinical and technical ophthalmic duties and basic patient care as directed by physician or supervisor.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Successful completion of the written exam for Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

• Recent graduate an Ophthalmic Technology Program (not yet COT certified)

• 1 year experience providing direct patient care under the supervision of an Ophthalmologist

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Experience performing visual field testing, fundus photography, OCT, IOL Master, and contact lens I & R

Physical Requirements:

• Manual dexterity to operate office equipment and PC.
• Ability to lift and transport up to 25 pounds.
• May require extended periods of standing, walking or sitting.
• Visual acuity, including the ability to distinguish colors.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

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