What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant - Ophthalmology position at Dr. Black’s Eye Associates?
Job Title: Medical Assistant – Ophthalmology
Location: Jeffersonville, Indiana
Employment Type: Full-Time (On-Site)
About the Role
We are seeking a Medical Assistant to join our ophthalmology practice in Jeffersonville, IN. This position plays a key role in supporting our physicians and ensuring exceptional patient care. Candidates may be required to travel between clinics.
Responsibilities
- Assist ophthalmologists during patient examinations and procedures
- Prepare exam rooms and maintain sterile environments
- Perform preliminary eye tests (visual acuity, tonometry, etc.)
- Document patient history and update electronic health records
- Educate patients on eye care and post-procedure instructions
- Manage scheduling, patient flow, and administrative tasks as needed
- Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations at all times
Qualifications
- Preferred: Previous experience in a medical practice or ophthalmology setting
- Willing to Train: Motivated candidates with strong interpersonal skills and a desire to learn
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain attention to detail
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Robust benefit package
- Paid time off and holidays
- Opportunities for professional growth and training
Apply Today! Join a dedicated team committed to providing outstanding eye care to our community.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
This position operates in a professional office environment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear and communicate with customers. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently accesses all areas of the building. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Note:
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.
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