Ophthalmic Assistant

Job Details Level: Experienced Job Location: Texan Eye Balcones – Austin, TX 78731 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: High School Travel Percentage: Local Travel Only Job Category: Health Care Position Summary Comprehensive EyeCare Partners (CompEye) is one of the nation’s largest vision care management service organizations. CompEye focuses on providing best‑in‑class, full‑spectrum practice management and administrative services to its affiliated physicians and practices in support of their mission to deliver clinical excellence. Our mission: Building the nation’s preeminent eye care services company by partnering with world‑class physicians to drive superior clinical and surgical outcomes, while optimizing the patient experience. An Ophthalmic Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting ophthalmologists in providing eye care services to patients. They assist with both clinical and administrative tasks, contributing to the efficient operation of the practice. Roles and Responsibilities Ability to perform specialized eye exam testing while streamlining patient flow. Other diagnostic testing such as: Visual Aids, OCT, Corneal topography, etc. Providing phone support for prescription refill requests as authorized by the physician. Educate patients regarding administration of medications and pre‑ and post‑operative instructions as directed by physician. Adhere to legal and regulatory requirements, such as HIPAA guidelines, to maintain patient confidentiality and privacy. Assist with opening and closing duties. Other duties as assigned. Experience Requirements One‑year experience in a customer‑facing position preferred. Medical related experience preferred. Proficient in MS Word, Outlook, and Excel. Proficient in use of internet. Education Requirements High school diploma or GED preferred. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Benefits Generous Paid Time Off Medical, dental and vision benefits Paid Holidays Company paid life insurance 401(k) Paid mileage between practices during work hour On‑going education available including certification reimbursement Discount Programs Including Vision discounts on products and services #J-18808-Ljbffr Comprehensive Eyecare Partners Group