UC Health
Ophthalmic Care Assistant
UC Health - Peyton, Colorado, United States, 80831
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Location:
UCHealth UCHlth Eye Center AMC, US:CO:Aurora Department:
UCHealth Eye Center Anschutz FTE:
Full Time, 1.0, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift:
Days Pay:
$20.87 - $27.13 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience Summary: Join our dedicated team at UCHealth as an Ophthalmic Care Assistant, where you will play a vital role in assisting eye care providers and ensuring an exceptional patient experience. You will be instrumental in enhancing clinical activities and ensuring the proper care and usage of medical instruments. Responsibilities: Assist eye care providers with direct patient care under supervision. Conduct basic optometric testing procedures and diagnostic tests, and administer medications as delegated by the eye care provider. Support minor procedures and manage the prescription refill process as directed. Document patient information, educate patients, and enter charges while assisting with the flow of patient care. Utilize critical thinking skills and independent judgment to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment. Requirements: High School diploma or GED. Completion of the Ophthalmic Medical Assisting Independent Study Course or JCAHPO Career Advancement Tool (JCAT) within 2 years of hire. Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (OSC) or Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification within 30 days of hire. Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification; valid BLS or CPR card from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required prior to start date. At UCHealth, we are committed to improving lives through both big and small acts of connection and care. Our employees are our greatest asset, and we invest in their success. Incentives and Benefits: Three Year Incentive Bonus program, recognizing contributions to quality, patient experience, and tenure. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. 403(b) plan with employer matching contributions. Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid family and medical leave. Employer-paid life and disability insurance options. Wellness and voluntary benefits including flexible spending accounts and tuition assistance programs. UCHealth is also a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, providing free assistance navigating loan forgiveness options. UCHealth values a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring based on merit and qualifications without discrimination. Who We Are (uchealth.org)
UCHealth UCHlth Eye Center AMC, US:CO:Aurora Department:
UCHealth Eye Center Anschutz FTE:
Full Time, 1.0, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift:
Days Pay:
$20.87 - $27.13 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience Summary: Join our dedicated team at UCHealth as an Ophthalmic Care Assistant, where you will play a vital role in assisting eye care providers and ensuring an exceptional patient experience. You will be instrumental in enhancing clinical activities and ensuring the proper care and usage of medical instruments. Responsibilities: Assist eye care providers with direct patient care under supervision. Conduct basic optometric testing procedures and diagnostic tests, and administer medications as delegated by the eye care provider. Support minor procedures and manage the prescription refill process as directed. Document patient information, educate patients, and enter charges while assisting with the flow of patient care. Utilize critical thinking skills and independent judgment to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment. Requirements: High School diploma or GED. Completion of the Ophthalmic Medical Assisting Independent Study Course or JCAHPO Career Advancement Tool (JCAT) within 2 years of hire. Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (OSC) or Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification within 30 days of hire. Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification; valid BLS or CPR card from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required prior to start date. At UCHealth, we are committed to improving lives through both big and small acts of connection and care. Our employees are our greatest asset, and we invest in their success. Incentives and Benefits: Three Year Incentive Bonus program, recognizing contributions to quality, patient experience, and tenure. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. 403(b) plan with employer matching contributions. Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid family and medical leave. Employer-paid life and disability insurance options. Wellness and voluntary benefits including flexible spending accounts and tuition assistance programs. UCHealth is also a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, providing free assistance navigating loan forgiveness options. UCHealth values a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring based on merit and qualifications without discrimination. Who We Are (uchealth.org)