What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ophthalmic Assistant (OA)- Ophthalmology position at Dartmouth-Hitchcock?
Position Summary
The ophthalmic assistant (OA) is a healthcare professional who works alongside ophthalmologists and optometrists to provide patient care in an ophthalmology setting.
OAs assist with all clinical duties including but not limited to: monitoring patient arrivals, performing basic eye exams, gathering and documentation of patient health and eye history, providing patient assistance with navigating the clinic, and providing an exceptional patient experience.
Paid Training and Career Advancement
On-site at the Mt. Ascutney Ophthalmology Clinics located in Windsor, VT and Hanover, NH, qualified candidates are provided paid on-the-job training to gain the knowledge and skills needed to perform all the required duties of an ophthalmic assistant.
Successful OA trainees are then eligible and expected to sit for the iJCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Exam (COA) within their first year of work. The International Joint Commission of Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology is the certifying body of allied health professionals in ophthalmology. This training opens an advanced career pathway and opportunities to pursue additional iJCAHPO certifications such as Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT), Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (COMT), and others.
Additional Job Details
- Job Category: Clinical Assistant Pay Range: MIN: $17.00 – MAX: $26.35
- Area of Interest: Allied Health;
- Work Status: Mon-Fri;
- Employment Type: Full-time;
- Job ID: 3850
Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more: Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers
Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Salary : $17 - $26