Ophthalmic Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Medical Assistant / Ophthalmology

compensation : Based on Experience

employment type : full-time

We are searching for a Clinical MA who will work closely with patients and physician in administering optical services. Your job will be focused on assisting the physician with patients. However, this can cover a wide range of job responsibilities :

Scheduling medical procedures

Taking patient medical histories

Updating patient medical files

Placing Dilation drops in patients eyes

Performing refractive duty

Taking blood pressure and body temperatures

Instructing patients on proper usage of medications

Phoning in prescriptions to various pharmacies

Sterilizing medical instruments

Preparing patients for examination

Assisting the physician during exams

Instructing patients about medication

We are looking for someone with Great people skills. Able to multi task with patients and be able to empathize and maintain a friendly demeanor is very important. Bi-lingual is a must. Salary based on experience. Will report directly to Practice Manager