Penn Highlands Healthcare
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Clinical Medical Assistant, Oph...
Penn Highlands Healthcare - Saint Marys, Pennsylvania, United States
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Penn Highlands Healthcare has been awarded on the Forbes list of Best-in-State Employers 2022. This prestigious award is presented by Forbes and Statistica Inc., the world leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider.
As the Ophthalmic Assistant , you would work in support of the Physician and assist in the development, implementation and evaluation of patient care in the office. You will be required to coordinate the care with other Penn Highlands services or outside health care providers. You will serve as a liaison between the physician, the mid-level provider and all other health care providers.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant OR completion of a Clinical Medical -Assistant program required. LPN preferred. Five years Ophthalmic office experience (in lieu of education requirement) required Two years working in an Ophthalmology or Optometric office setting preferred Knowledge of human physiology and anatomy Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite required Certified Ophthalmic Assistant(COA) required within two years of hire Knowledge of various ophthalmic equipment preferred Maintain Medical Assistant Certification or Practical Nurse licensure through state of Pennsylvania WHAT WE OFFER:
Competitive Compensation based on experience Shift Differentials Referral Bonus Opportunities Professional Development Supportive and Experienced Peers BENEFITS:
Medical, Dental, and Vision offered the first month after start date Paid Time Off 403(b) retirement plan with company match Flex Spending Account 25% discount on all services at Penn Highlands Healthcare facilities Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Health & Wellness Programs
As the Ophthalmic Assistant , you would work in support of the Physician and assist in the development, implementation and evaluation of patient care in the office. You will be required to coordinate the care with other Penn Highlands services or outside health care providers. You will serve as a liaison between the physician, the mid-level provider and all other health care providers.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant OR completion of a Clinical Medical -Assistant program required. LPN preferred. Five years Ophthalmic office experience (in lieu of education requirement) required Two years working in an Ophthalmology or Optometric office setting preferred Knowledge of human physiology and anatomy Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite required Certified Ophthalmic Assistant(COA) required within two years of hire Knowledge of various ophthalmic equipment preferred Maintain Medical Assistant Certification or Practical Nurse licensure through state of Pennsylvania WHAT WE OFFER:
Competitive Compensation based on experience Shift Differentials Referral Bonus Opportunities Professional Development Supportive and Experienced Peers BENEFITS:
Medical, Dental, and Vision offered the first month after start date Paid Time Off 403(b) retirement plan with company match Flex Spending Account 25% discount on all services at Penn Highlands Healthcare facilities Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Health & Wellness Programs