Ophthalmic Assistant

Ophthalmic Assistant PositionGailey Eye Clinic has Ophthalmic Assistant positions open at our Ottawa clinic. We are looking for someone who is hard working, customer service focused, and interested in Ophthalmology. This is a great opportunity if you are interested in patient care!NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED! We will train the right person!Ophthalmic Assistant responsibilities include:Showing patient to the examination rooms and performing a workup prior to seeing the Dr.Ability to work one on one with patientsAbility to use computer softwareExcellent communication, typing and spelling skillsAble to work independently & effectively in a team environmentAbility to handle multiple tasks and work with shifting prioritiesDemonstrate compassion and interest when listening and responding to the patientsPaid travel to other Gailey offices in Central IL as needed.Why should I choose Gailey Eye Clinic?In addition to being part of a distinguished company with a rich 80+ year history, here are some other highlights of what we offer members of the Gailey Team.BCBS PPO Health Insurance planDental Insurance including orthodontic coverageEyecare plan to include discounts on vision care, glasses, and contact lensesShort-term disabilityPaid long-term disability and life insuranceFree Employee Assistance Program7 Paid holidays per yearPaid Time Off (PTO) accruals that increase with length of employment401(k) Retirement plan with generous profit-sharing contributionAnnual uniform allowancePaid continuing education and certificationsEmployer provided training and developmentPay: The starting range for this position is $17.00 - $20.90/hr, depending on skills, experience, and qualifications as well as market considerations. Once training is complete, the hourly wage will increase by $0.50. The Ophthalmic Assistant position is also eligible for a wage increase of $1.00/hour once certification is obtained. Certification (COA) can be obtained around 1 year of employment.