Ophthalmic Assistant

Job Description:
Provides quality care to patients of all ages as defined in the ambulatory care nursing philosophy of Essentia Health. Performs tests and procedures and assists ophthalmologists or optometrists in providing quality eye care. Work Experience: Combination of 1 year clinical or clerical healthcare related work and customer service experience.

Education Qualifications:

No educational requirement. 

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

CPR-certified or must obtain within 1 month.

Current JCAHPO certification as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant required within 1 year of hire or transfer.

Pay Range
$17.04 - $23.41 / hour

The approximate base compensation range is posted, but the actual offer will reflect our total compensation and benefits package. The offer will be determined by a number of factors including the selected candidate’s experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, FTE, as well as internal equity among our team.

Union
DC AFSCME Local 3454 Virg Clinic (DCAVA)

Effective December 1, 2019: Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer assessment, including a urine drug screen, immunization review, proof of required vaccinations, and background check. Essentia Health is committed to maintaining a work environment free from the influence of illegal drugs and alcohol.

Essentia Health EEO:
Essentia Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.