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Ophthalmic Assistant Certified

PIH Health
Whittier, California
Full-time

The Certified Ophthalmic Assistant performs patient-oriented procedures and services under the supervision of the department Office Manager, Administrative Manager and / or practitioner in the medical office setting.

May need to travel to different practice locations.

PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region.

The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, 37 outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women’s health, urgent care and emergency services.

The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and patient experience, and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has identified PIH Health as one of the nation’s top hospital systems for best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology.

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Required Skills

  • Knowledge of medical terminology, infection control and safety.
  • In depth knowledge about various eye diseases.
  • Good understanding of all Medical Assistant competencies
  • Knowledge of computer keyboard, ability to type at least 40 words per minute
  • Knowledge of computerized practice management systems and other computerized systems (Microsoft office programs and electronic health records systems)
  • Good telephone management skills
  • Good organization skills
  • Ability to identify and solve problems
  • Good communication skills, bilingual in Spanish helpful
  • Valid driver’s license and car insurance policy coverage; reliable transportation

Required Experience

Required :

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certificants have completed an independent study course or accredited training program and passed the COA level examination.

and 2 years back office experience; ability to maintain composure when confronted with fast paced situations, ability to work in an environment involving a high level of activity.

Preferred :

  • Formal training will be indicated by a high school diploma or equivalent and 5 years of Ophthalmology experience; ability to maintain composure when confronted with fast paced situations, ability to work in an environment involving a high level of activity.
  • 28 days ago
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