Ophthalmic Assistant Non Certified

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. Job Title Ophthalmic Assistant Non Certified Location Mayfield Hts Facility Hillcrest Hospital Department Cole Eye- Hillcrest-Integrated Surgical Institute Job Code C13000 Shift Days Schedule 7:00am-5:00pm Job Summary Job Details *This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $2,500* Join Cleveland Clinic and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice. Here, you will work alongside a dedicated team of caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career. As an Ophthalmic Assistant, you will support the Ophthalmologist by performing various clinical and administrative tasks throughout the department. You will assist with direct patient care as directed, ensuring everyone feels comfortable and at ease throughout their appointment and exam. In this role, your ability to facilitate a welcoming environment can make a difference in the lives of Cleveland Clinic patients every day. A caregiver in this position works 7:00am to 5:00pm. A caregiver who excels in this role will: Receive and prepare patients for examination or treatment. Perform initial patient examinations, ophthalmic testing procedures and 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/GED One year of experience in an ophthalmic setting providing direct patient care OR additional formal training in Ophthalmology Knowledge of medical terminology 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. 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. If applying for a Florida position, please see the following website for more information on the background screening requirements required by the Agency of Health Care Administration: Please review the Equal Employment Opportunity poster . Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer.