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Join Cleveland Clinic where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family.

We have an opening for a full-time Non-Certified Ophthalmic Assistant. We work together as a team to provide world-class care for our patients. Our Cole Eye team provides the highest quality vision and surgical care in a compassionate, attentive, and efficient environment. Our mission is to protect and improve our patient's eyesight by providing the top medical and surgical care possible. We provide on-the-job training and trainee program for those who would like to advance their career!

Your primary duties will include:

• Stocking, maintenance, and other related duties as assigned, including maintaining exam rooms, equipment, and supplies.

• Receiving and preparing patients for examination or treatment, under the direction of a supervisor or physician.

• Performing routine screening tests.

• Documenting patient information in the patient's medical record.

The ideal future caregiver is someone who:

• Has a minimum of 1-year of experience in ophthalmology or optical.

• Uses communication strategies to achieve desirable outcomes.

• Is empathetic to the needs and concerns of patients.

• Can work in a fast-paced environment and be an effective and positive member of our collaborative team.

• Is a detail-oriented professional, having excellent communication skills, a friendly and outgoing personality, and a willingness to learn.

This is a high-quality chance for newly graduated students to discover Cleveland Clinic's Ophthalmologic team and obtain hands-on experience in this gratifying unit. This field has many opportunities for advancement into a certified role. You can begin your career as an ophthalmic assistant/Non-Certified Assistant and through experience, education, and testing advance to a certified ophthalmic technician, then a certified ophthalmic medical 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.

Responsibilities:

• Under direction of supervisor or physician receives and prepares patients for examination or treatment.

• May perform routine screening tests.

• Documents patient information in the patient medical record.

• Performs stocking, maintenance and other duties as assigned, including maintaining exam rooms, equipment and supplies.

• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• High School Diploma.

• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Certifications:

• None required.

Complexity of Work:

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work unsupervised or with minimal supervision.

• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Work Experience:

• Minimum of one year experience in an ophthalmic setting providing direct patient care.

• Additional formal education or training in ophthalmology may substitute for some or all of the stated experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Manual dexterity to operate office equipment and PC.

• Ability to lift and transport up to 25 pounds.

• May require extended periods of standing, walking or sitting.

• Visual acuity, including the ability to distinguish colors.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Salaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.

Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities