RHC - Ophthalmic Assistant

**OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT** **About US Eye:** US Eye, is a physician-led, patient-centric network of eye care practices committed to providing exceptional patient service through premium technology and unrivaled provider expertise. We are one of the nation’s leading multi-specialty physician groups providing patients with care in ophthalmology, optometry, dermatology and facial surgery. With 55 clinics and 5 surgery centers, led by 109 providers and more than 1,200 team members system wide, we deliver world class care to patients throughout Florida, the Carolinas and Virginia. **About Retina Health Center:** At Retina Health Center we offer the best and most progressive ophthalmology services available. With offices in Fort Myers and Naples, Florida, Retina Health Center offers superior care in the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of eye conditions. Specialists in retina eye problems such as macular degeneration, retina tears and other retinal diseases, the Retina Health Center has been providing services to Southwest Florida patients since 2002. **Job Summary:** Retina Health Center is looking for Ophthalmology professionals as well as people that are looking to make a career change and would like to join our fabulous growing team. An Ophthalmic Assistant works with the ophthalmologists to provide patient care by performing many different eye-related clinical functions. Ophthalmic Assistants help care for patients by taking histories, performing various procedures and tests, and preparing patients to see the doctor. Their work provides the ophthalmologists with important information to help diagnose and treat patients. **Competencies:** - Excellent customer service skills are a must! - Perform routine clinical tasks to support a busy Ophthalmic Retina practice - Assist with patient procedures - Perform Ophthalmic tasks and diagnostic testing **Education and Experience:** - Previous experience in healthcare and/or customer service - Team player with strong organizational skills, with an ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment **Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:** - This is a full-time position located in **Fort Myers and Naples** - Travel to both locations as necessary. **Benefits:** 401(K) Company Match Medical and Dental Insurance Vision Benefits Flexible Spending Accounts Pet Insurance Disability Insurance Life Insurance Continuing Education Paid Time Off *US Eye provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.*