Non Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Independence Family Health Center and become a part of one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. This patient-friendly facility offers primary care, express care and a wide array of specialty services.  Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career.   

At Independence Family Health Center, the opportunities to learn more about Ophthalmology as the field continues to grow and advance. As an Ophthalmic Assistant, you will utilize the latest technology to assist fellow caregivers in providing vision care to patients. This position is an essential aspect of comprehensive treatment and wellness, and your work can make a lasting difference in your community every day. 

A caregiver who excels in this role will:  

• Receive and prepare patients for examination or treatment under the direction of the supervisor or physician.  

• Perform routine screening tests. 

• Assist physicians with examinations and procedures.  

• Document patient information in their medical record.  

• Perform clerical, stocking, maintenance and related duties.  

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:  

• High School Diploma or GED 

• One year of experience in an ophthalmic setting providing direct patient care OR additional formal Ophthalmology education/training 

• Knowledge of medical terminology 

• 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.

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. 

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility. 

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