Atrius Health, an innovative healthcare leader, delivers an effective system of connected care for more than 690,000 adult and pediatric patients at 30 medical practice locations in eastern Massachusetts.
Atrius Health’s 645 physicians and primary care providers, along with 420 additional clinicians, work in close collaboration with hospital partners, community specialists and skilled nursing facilities.
Our vision is to transform care to improve lives. Atrius Health provides high-quality, patient-centered, coordinated, cost effective care to every patient we serve.
By establishing a solid foundation of shared decision making, understanding and trust with each of its patients, Atrius Health enhances their health and enriches their lives.
Atrius Health is part of Optum, a health services company focused on building the leading value-based care system in the country.
SUMMARY
Under general supervision, facilitates patient care by performing preliminary work up of the patient, providing mechanical and technical examinations leading to the diagnosis and treatment by the clinician.
Completes all of the basic skills required to support the clinicians.
Note : Incumbents hired as Ophthalmic Assistants are required to receive certification as an Ophthalmic Assistant by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) within two years from the date of hire.
Incumbents hired as Ophthalmic Assistants are required to receive certification by the National Contact Lens Examiners (NCLE) within two years from the date of hire if they work exclusively as contact lens technicians in positions within the Optometry department.
If incumbents fail the test twice within two years, they will be terminated but able to apply for open available positions within the organization.
EDUCATION / LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS
High School diploma or equivalency certificate (e.g. GED, HiSET, TASC Test) from an accredited institution or governmental unit required.
Course work or equivalent training in ocular anatomy and physiology, ophthalmic optics, ophthalmic pharmacology and toxicology, ocular motility, and diseases of the eye preferred.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty.
EXPERIENCE
1-2 years prior experience working in an ophthalmic / optometric practice setting preferred. When working in a contact lens practice previous experience in patient education regarding the use of contact lens preferred.
SKILLS
Knowledge of basic visual testing preferred. When working in a contact lens practice knowledge of patient education regarding the use of contact lens preferred.
Atrius Health is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. All patients, employees, applicants, and other constituents of Atrius Health will be treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, veteran status, marital / domestic partner status, parental status, sexual orientation and gender identity and / or expression, or other dimensions of diversity.
BENEFITS INCLUDE :
- Up to 8% company retirement contribution
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 10 paid holidays
- Paid professional development
- Generous health and welfare benefit package
Atrius Health is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, promoting or any other employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, military service or application for military service, veteran or disability status.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws : Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA);Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO);
and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).
VEVRAA Federal Contractor
Request Priority Protected Veteran & Disabled Referrals for all of our locations within the state
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