Ophthalmic Assistant
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Healthcare
Optometry
Base Pay Range
$16.92/hr - $25.38/hr
OverviewLocation: Quincy, IL
Pay Range: $16.92 - $25.38 per hour | Based on Relevant Experience
Schedule: Full-time, Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Hours may vary; occasional travel to outreach locations required).
About The Role: As an Ophthalmic Assistant at Quincy Medical Group, you will play a vital role in supporting ophthalmologists in the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders and diseases. You'll conduct a variety of tests and measures to evaluate eye function with the goal to provide valuable insights to your team of eye care professionals to ensure patients receive high-quality eye care.
PrimaryResponsibilities
- Conduct diagnostic tests to assess vision and eye function.
- Assist ophthalmologists during examinations and procedures.
- Educate patients on eye care, treatment plans, and procedures.
- Accurately document patient history, test results, and treatments in electronic health records (EHRs).
- Maintain and calibrate ophthalmic instruments and equipment.
- Ensure a clean and organized clinical environment.
- Provide compassionate, patient-centered care and support.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support clinic operations.
- Core Benefits:
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, including a healthcare navigation assistant and 100% medical coverage (after deductible is met) when utilizing a QMG provider. - Life & Disability Insurance:
Employer-provided life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage. - Tuition Reimbursement:
Up to $5,250 per year to support your educational goals. - Paid Time Off:
Frontloaded PTO starting at 17 days, 6 paid holidays, and 5 paid volunteer days. - Parental Benefits:
Up to 12 weeks of parental leave at 100% pay, along with childcare assistance and financial benefits for adoption and surrogacy. - Financial Perks:
Bi-weekly 401(k) employer match; access to earned wages before payday through the Instant Pay Benefit.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- CPR certification required (available upon hire).
- Ophthalmic Assistant certification preferred.
- 1 year of related experience preferred but not required.
- Open to learning medical terminology and expanding healthcare knowledge.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a well-established and recognized healthcare group while advancing your professional growth in a supportive environment. Apply today!
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