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Ophthalmic Assistant - Seattle, WA

For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Under general supervision, provides assistance to Ophthalmologists, Optometrists and nursing staff with direct and indirect patient care, ensuring smooth work and patient flow within the department.
Primary
Responsibilities:
Assists in scheduling of appointments, tests, treatments and/or surgeries. Is familiar with insurance benefits
Escorts patients from reception area to exam room and prepares them for exam and/or treatment
Accurately and efficiently takes patient histories (ocular, medical and family) and vital signs (as applicable)
Performs a variety of ocular testing and visual assessment skills
Instillation of ocular medications under direct supervision of a physician
Patient instruction concerning medication, testing, surgical procedures and documentation thereof in the medical record
Application of ocular dressings as applicable
Assists physicians/providers in preparing for minor surgical procedures in office
Records glass and/or contact lens prescriptions
Assists in coordination of patient care services with other clinic departments
Assists in the development, revision and/or updating of department policy and procedure/standards of care or practice
Orders and maintains department practice inventory
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED
Eligible for Washington State Medical Assistant (MA-R) registration
Obtain BLS certification within 60 days of hire
Preferred Qualification:
Clinical experience in a physician's practice
Washington Residents Only: The hourly range for this role is $16.54 to $32.55 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.

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