Medical Assistant, Ophthalmology PRN

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Job Title: Medical Assistant (Ophthalmic Technician) - PRN - Training Provided!
Company: Southgate Surgery Center
Location: This position is located in Southgate MI

Hours:

• PRN - 1-2 days/wk
• Our center is open Monday-Friday 6:00am-4:00pm
  • Your shift will fall within those hours.
  • You may need to work a little earlier/later as needed.
• No late nights weekends holidays or on-call shifts!

SUMMARY

An Ophthalmic Technician/Medical Assistant is a valuable asset to an Ophthalmologist as they assist in providing excellent patient care to the patients during their visit.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in monitoring vital signs and transporting patients.
• Maintains aseptic technique at all times.
• Observes for any break in technique.
• Care properly for contaminated items.
• Assists in stocking OR supplies.
• Stocks and maintains adequate inventory of surgical supplies.
• Checks equipment such as sterilizer refrigerator temperature etc. each surgical day and documents on monthly log sheet.
• Assists each area as requested.
• Assists in pre-op assessment.
• Discontinues Hep-Locks.
• Assists in post-op instruction review with patient.
• Acts under the direct supervision of the nurse.
• Performs fingerstick blood sugar.
• Documentation in medical record of results (i.e. BS VS etc.)
• Assists physician during laser procedures.
• Reports pertinent observation and reactions regarding patients to the nurses and/or physician.
• Identifies patient and family teaching needs and initiates intervention to meet needs.
• Maintains and promotes a positive safe environment for patients and co-workers.
• Assists with or initiates emergency measures for sudden adverse development in patients condition.
• Monitors levels of inventory in accordance with desired quantities.
• Attends departmental meetings and in-service education and shows responsibility for own professional practice and on-going education.
• Participates in economical utilization of supplies and medication and ensures that equipment is maintained in a clean and safe manner.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Desire to gain industry knowledge and training
• Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals
• Ability to grow adapt and accept change
• Consistently creates a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused
• Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous professional manner at all times
• Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet the needs of the business
• Ability to work weekends when applicable
• Reliable transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work locations with minimal notice

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Minimum Required: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• Minimum Required: One year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS

• Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification is preferred but not required

SYSTEMS A ND TECHNOLOGY

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel Word PowerPoint Outlook
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%) sitting (50%) and standing (50%) with regular bending stooping and reaching (2550%). Employees must be able to lift carry push and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential as the role demands constant grasping writing/typing and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuityincluding color depth peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focusis required100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.

If you need assistance with this application please contact . Please do not contact the office directly only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.

EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability status.

Required Experience:

Junior IC