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Carle Health
Posted a month ago, valid for a month
Champaign, IL 61820, US
$16.45 - $26.65 per hour
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The Ophthalmic Assistant is an unlicensed health professional responsible for maintaining patient care supplies and assisting with patient screening and diagnostic testing.
- Candidates must have a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire and relevant experience in a healthcare setting.
- The position involves documenting patient information, performing ophthalmic diagnostic tests, and assisting physicians and nursing staff with procedures.
- Compensation for this role ranges from $16.45 to $26.65 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Carle Health offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth and a comprehensive benefits package.
The Ophthalmic Assistant is an unlicensed health professional who maintains department patient care supplies, ensures timely flow of patients, and assists physicians and nurses with patient screening, diagnostic testing, exams and in-office procedures. Demonstrates strong customer service skills and compassion and caring in dealing with others.
Qualifications
Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA), Education: , Work Experience:
Responsibilities
Completes initial patient screening. Documents pertinent patient information in EMR. Performs ophthalmic diagnostic testing and related tasks/duties using applicable equipment and methodology. Assists physicians and/or nursing staff with various procedures using appropriate techniques. Assists nurses with patient communication through the EMR worklist. Maintains patient care environment and supplies to ensure patient privacy and safety. Gathers medical records and patient information Performs Visual acuity screening Performs Ophthalmic preliminary and diagnostic tests Assists with in-office procedures Maintains and cleans ophthalmic instruments Instills eye drops Assist with patient scheduling Assist with training of other Ophthalmic Assistants
About Us
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Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance – and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health.
Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance™. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com.
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is $16.45per hour - $26.65per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
