req#: 261379
Location: Ashland, OH
Facilities: Ashland Ophthalmology,
Professional Area: Allied Health
Department: 4613 Ophthalmology-Integrated Surgical Institute
Job Code: C99936
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: Days
Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. Cleveland Clinic’s Ashland Ophthalmology/Sugarbush Eye and Laser Centre specializes in Ophthalmology, photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) and retina care. As an Optometric Prescreener, you will perform basic patient care, ophthalmic testing procedures, and initial patient examinations as directed by a physician or supervisor. The ideal future caregiver is someone who: • Is eager to learn and grow. • Is reliable and flexible. • Acts in a friendly and compassionate manner. • Easily adapts to change. • Takes direction in a positive manner. This is a great opportunity for someone wanting to build a lifelong career and grow in the field. You can work toward becoming a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, Certified Ophthalmic Technician and Certified Ophthalmic Technologist. At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That’s why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you’ll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you’ll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.
Job Responsibilities:
- Manages patient flow by effectively communicating with team members and providers
- Processes patient’s information through electronic medical records and help maintain the operation of the reception records and the clinical areas
- Stocks exam and clinical areas
- Cleans and sterilizes clinical areas
- Conducts pre-testing and special testing for the following:
- Preliminary case history including medical conditions, review of systems and current medications
- Visual acuity (distance and near), auto-refraction, lensometry, tonometry
- Visual field, OCT, topography
- Drop installation-as ordered by provider
- Perform other duties as assigned based on the needs of the practice
Education:
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Formal education or training in optometry and/or ophthalmology preferred.
Competencies (Complexity of Work):
- Computer literate
- Good interpersonal relationship skills allow a cohesive environment for co-workers, patients and providers
- Strong ethics and a high level of personal and professional integrity
- Follow safe and proper procedures during the work day
- Maintain professional and organized work environment
- Perform opening and closing responsibilities as assigned
- Demonstration effective time management and punctuality
Work Experience:
- Minimum of one year in a customer service or patient care related environment.
- Additional formal education or training in optometry and/or ophthalmology or Allied Health Field may substitute for some or all of the stated experience.
Physical Requirements:
- Duties of the job requires standing, walking and sitting as well as reaching, bending stooping
- Use of hands and fingers to control equipment required for testing and prescreening
- Office environment
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