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Ophthalmic Assistant I

Job ID R-73493 Date Posted 06/14/2024 Location Sunnyvale, CA Schedule/Shift/Weekly Hours Regular/Days/40

Organization:

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation CAD

Position Overview:

Provides administrative support by answering phones, scheduling patient appointments, filing, paperwork, greets patients and assists with the check in of patients. Performs all of the pre-tests, refraction's, assist physicians with exams and/or procedures.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:

HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)


CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:


COA-Certified Ophthalmic Assistant within 18 months

OR COT-Certified Ophthalmic Technician within 18 months

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

1 year recent relevant experience


SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:


Skill in operating a computer, copier, and telephone console, identifying problems and recommending solutions.

The ability to understand and carry out assigned orders by physician or supervisors.

Must have customer service skills with patients, physicians, co-workers and all supervisor/management positions.

Ability to make simple mathematical computations, work independently, effectively prioritize tasks, exercise initiative, judgment, and decision making, work effectively as team member, establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees and the public.

Knowledge, understanding, and ability to operate visual testing equipment.

Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $35.17 to $45.72 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment. Applicants for specific positions are still required to disclose certain convictions during the application process, and those convictions may also be considered in determining eligibility for employment in accordance with applicable law.

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