Medical Assistant (Ophthalmic) - Full-time and Part-time openings

AlignHR, LLC

  • Charleston, WV
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
Retina Consultants is a specialty medical practice with offices in Charleston and neighboring regions. We are seeking a full-time and part-time Ophthalmic Assistant for our Charleston location!Essential Job Functions
  • Efficiently and accurately interviews patient and documents medical history.
  • Conducts and records various tests:
  • Central visual acuity
  • Measure afferent pupillary defect
  • Measures eye pressure with tonopen and pneumo
  • Measures blood pressure
  • Appropriate dilation
  • Promptly and professionally assists the doctor in patient care.
  • Recognizes signs and symptoms of eye diseases.
  • Communicates with patients regarding follow-up care, procedures, changes in symptoms, etc.
  • Maintains and cleans all equipment being used, and reports to nurse/clinical supervisor if not in working condition.
  • Review medical record for labs or test results ordered at previous visit; obtain if not in NexTech
  • Maintains patient confidentiality.
  • Monitors supplies in screening rooms regularly.
Education and Experience
  • High School diploma or GED
  • At least one year of customer service experience (medical office experience not required)
Minimum Qualifications
  • Friendly and professional attitude that works well with a variety of patients
  • Willingness to learn
  • Comfortably work in close proximity with patients
  • Dependable and reliable
Retina Consultants offers excellent benefits for full-time employees, to include: Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance (premiums paid by employer!), 401k and profit sharing!

AlignHR, LLC