Clinic Medical Assistant - Full Time

Job Location: Phoenix Office - Phoenix, AZ 85020 Job Category: Health Care We work hard every day to protect and save our patient’s vision, helping them lead better quality lives. The Ophthalmic Technician uses ophthalmic techniques to perform the preliminary work-up of patients, assists the physician(s) during the patient examination and documents the patient encounter in the patients’ electronic medical record as communicated by the physician. Full-time position, year-round. Promptly and professionally assists the doctor in patient care. Efficiently and accurately interviews patients and documents histories and special testing. Communicates with patients regarding follow-up care, surgeries, procedures, changes in schedule, symptoms, surgery scheduling, etc. Maintains and cleans all equipment being used and will report irregularities of such to the floor monitor or immediate supervisor. Clean and stock exam rooms as needed. Visual Acuity Amsler Grid Testing Muscle Testing Pupil Exams Confrontation Visual Field Exam Travel to other ARC locations may be required. High School Diploma or GED Certificate and Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, Medical Assistant, or Ophthalmic Scribe Certification. (Requires the ability to read, write and speak effectively in English. Bi-lingual a plus. Six (6) months of progressively responsible outpatient or medical office experience that demonstrates an understanding of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Computer Skills: Good computer skills. Able to navigate between screens: able to accurately enter data. Amount of Travel Required: Traveling is required, and time may vary. May require sitting in a bus for up to 2.5 hours at a time. To be determined by the needs of the practice Shifts can range anywhere between 8-14 hours. For the Phoenix office, Saturday hours are a must. Will include some early evening hours as well. Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (gloves, face mask, eye shield, gown) In an office environment with a controlled atmosphere. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate.