Non-Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Twinsburg Family Health and Surgery Center to become a caregiver at one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. This state-of-the-art facility is dedicated to providing the community with advanced specialty care, primary care and various surgical services. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding, lifelong career at Cleveland Clinic.

There is always something new to learn as the field of ophthalmology continues to grow and advance. Ophthalmic Assistants provide vision care under the supervision of a licensed ophthalmologist and assist with taking patient histories, performing diagnostic tests and procedures, patient scheduling, and exam room preparation. 

A caregiver who excels in this role will:  

• Receive and prepare patients for examination or treatment.  

• Perform initial patient examinations, ophthalmic testing procedures and routine screening tests. 

• Assist physicians with examinations and procedures.  

• Document patient information in their medical record.  

• Perform clerical, stocking, maintenance and related duties.  

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:  

• High school diploma or GED 
• Minimum of one year experience in an ophthalmic setting providing direct patient care.
• Additional formal education or training in ophthalmology may substitute for some or all of the stated experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology

• Manual dexterity to operate office equipment and PC.
• Ability to lift and transport up to 25 pounds.
• May require extended periods of standing, walking or sitting.
• Visual acuity, including the ability to distinguish colors.

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. 

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility. 

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Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer.