What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ophthalmic Assistant position at Dartmouth-Hitchcock?
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Interact with patients at all levels of care in the ophthalmology clinic.
- Perform basic ophthalmic exams in preparation for next steps of care.
- Collect and enter complete and accurate information into the patients’ electronic medical record.
- Prepare patient, room, supplies, and equipment for exams and procedures.
- Inventory, cleaning, care, and maintenance of ophthalmic equipment, supplies, and exam rooms.
- Recognize and comply with all national, local, and institutional laws, regulations, policies, and procedures with regard to patient privacy and safety.
- Assist fellow staff and physicians with daily tasks.
- Willing and able to learn special testing and ancillary skills as needed.
- Perform other duties as requested.
Qualifications High school diploma or the equivalent required.
Required Licensure/Certifications
- BLS within 30 days
- Area of Interest: Allied Health
- Pay Range: $18.28/Hr. - $28.33/Hr.
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week
- Shift: Day
- Job ID: 40869
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
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Salary : $18 - $28