Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician

Description

Midwest Eye Care is looking for an Ophthalmic Assistant at our locations Omaha (13500 California Street / 4353 Dodge Street) and Council Bluffs (715 Harmony Street).

Fulltime Hours - 8:00am - 5:00pm Monday thru Friday

In this role WE provide the training so that YOU are prepared to:
• Review and document eye and medical history.
• Perform a variety of routine tests including intraocular pressures and refracting.
• Dilate eyes for exams.
• Assist the physician during diagnostic and minor surgical procedures, including instrumentation, sterile preparations and documentation.
• Prepare and position patient for diagnostic tests and procedures.
• Assist the physician with patient education pertaining to the treatment prescribed.
• Answer phones and return patient phone calls.
• Record patient charges for billing department.

Our Benefits include:
• FREE routine eye exams
• FREE lenses and eyeglass frames at a reduced cost
• Annual allowance for Scrubs
• 401(k)
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid time off and a Sick leave buy program at 135% of base pay
• Life Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Short Term Disability
• Paid Holidays
• Annual Employee Appreciate Week Celebration

Requirements

Outstanding candidates will have:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Prior customer facing experience demonstrating a professional appearance and conduct
• The ability to learn systems and software quickly.
• Possess excellent computer skills, and be willing to work as a team player displaying a positive outlook to others.
• This position requires a minimum of a High School Diploma or GED.
• Associates or Bachelor's degree is preferred but NOT required.


Offered Candidates will need to do the following before first day:

• Successfully complete a background check which includes an education verification and a motor vehicle record check.
• Successfully complete drug, alcohol and nicotine testing.