What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ophthalmic Assistant position at Tanner Clinic?
Tanner Clinic has an immediate opening for an Ophthalmic Assistant.
Location: Layton South
Hours: Mondays and Wednesdays; 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Tuesdays; 8:15 AM to 5:00 PM and Fridays; 7:30 AM to 2:00 PM.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure proper patient satisfaction by attending to their medical needs as determined by the attending physician.
- Performs initial patient exams which includes: patient history, vision test, and manifest refraction.
- Trained to operate ophthalmic equipment.
- Maintain ophthalmic instruments or equipment.
- Gathers, cleans, and distributes surgical instruments for in-office minor surgery.
- Maintain strict patient, computer, and company confidentiality.
- Act as scribe for the Physician.
Expectations for Success:
- High School diploma.
- Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and staff.
- Must be capable of handling multiple tasks effectively and able to maintain a professional demeanor during stressful situations.
- Demonstrate compassion and understanding for the patient and caring parties.
- Possess pleasant and effective written, verbal, and telephone communication skills.
- Basic computer knowledge.
- Experience in ophthalmology preferred.