Overview

• Full-time/Days/40 hours per week
• Hours: 8:30am-5:00pm
• Location: Adult SM Ophthalmology, 10300 N. Illinois St. Ste., 2200, Carmel, IN 46290
• Daily tasks include but not limited to: Rooming patients, preliminary tests such as visual acuity, intraocular pressure, placing drops, Ophthalmic testing such as visual fields and OCTs among others.

Responsible for ophthalmic, diagnostic procedures and ophthalmic/medical assistance in support of the clinical activities of the department. Performs preliminary ophthalmic examinations. Explains testing procedures to patients. Assists providers with post-op surgery patients. Maintains diagnostic equipment. Cleans all equipment in exam rooms consistent with current infection control policies. Will stock exam rooms and work areas, while checking for expired supplies. May assist in minor OR procedures and ocular injections. May provide back-up support for other departments as needed.

• High School Diploma/GED. 0-3 Years of Experience.
• Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of employment, through the AHA. Other advanced life support certifications may be preferred per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• Requires knowledge of infection control principles.
• Requires ability to effectively prioritize multiple patient care needs.
• Experience with basic ophthalmic workup and testing preferred.
• Prefer knowledge of exam room environment.