Medical Assistant - Ophthalmology - Part Time - Training Provided!

EyeCare Partners is seeking a Medical Assistant - Ophthalmology to provide excellent patient care to patients during their visit. The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, one year of related experience, and a strong ability to interact with all levels of employees. Training will be provided.

Requirements

• Assists in monitoring vital signs and transporting patients
• Maintains aseptic technique at all times
• Assists in pre-op assessment
• Discontinues Hep-Locks
• Assists in post-op instruction review with patient
• Acts under the direct supervision of the nurse
• Performs fingerstick blood sugar
• Documentation in medical record of results
• Assists physician during laser procedures
• Reports pertinent observation and reactions regarding patients to the nurses and/or physician
• Identifies patient and family teaching needs and initiates intervention to meet needs
• Maintains and promotes a positive, safe environment for patients and co-workers
• Assists with or initiates emergency measures for sudden adverse development in patient’s condition
• Monitors levels of inventory in accordance with desired quantities
• Attends departmental meetings and in-service education
• Participates in economical utilization of supplies and medication

Benefits

• Training provided
• Opportunity to gain industry knowledge