Ophthalmic Assistant Job at UW Health, Madison, WI

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  • UW Health
  • Madison, WI

Job Description

Job Description

UW Health is seeking a Ophthalmic Assistant for a job in MADISON, Wisconsin.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Ophthalmic Assistant
  • Discipline: Allied Health Professional
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • Employment Type: Staff

Work Schedule: 

Full-time, 100% FTE day shift. Monday – Friday between the hours of 8:00am – 4:30pm, no weekends required. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. 

 

Pay:

External hires may be eligible for up to a $3,500 sign-on bonus (pro-rated based on FTE). 

 

Be part of something remarkable

 

Join our REMARKABLE Eye Care Team that is nationally recognized for excellence!

We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to:

  • Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care.
  • Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere for eye care patients of all ages.
  • Work in a fast-paced team environment.

 

At UW Health, you will have :

  • An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans. 

  • Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
  • Access to UW Health’s Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
  • Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

 

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent Required
  • Completed an accredited Ophthalmic/Optometric program, Certified Medical Assistant program, or Licensed Practical Nurse program Preferred

 

Work Experience

  • 6 months of customer service experience Required
  • 1 year of experience as a Certified Ophthalmic/Optometric Assistant or Tech, Certified Medical Assistant, or Licensed Practical Nurse Preferred

 

Licenses & Certifications

  • COA, COT, CPOT, or CPOA certifications within 1-1/2 Yrs Required
  • CPR certification within 90 Days Required
  • If LPN, licensed in the state employed Preferred
  • If MA, Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Preferred

 

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

 

UW Health Clinics - our physicians and staff are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient and family experience by delivering the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment. With more than 80 primary and specialty care clinics located throughout Dane County and the surrounding areas, we are proud to have the opportunity to impact the communities we serve.

 

 

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UW Hospital and Clinics benefits \n\n

UW Health Job ID #41297. Posted job title: Ophthalmic Assistant

About UW Health

UW Health is an integrated academic health system that is home to the No. 1 hospital in Wisconsin (for the 13th year in a row) as ranked by U.S. News & World Report. We’re made up of six main hospitals, one JOA partner hospital in Madison and two hospitals located within the main hospital in Illinois. We also have more than 90 clinics across Wisconsin and northern Illinois.  

 

UW Health cares for more than 800,000 patients each year and employs more than 24,000 people — one of the region’s largest employers. Many of our 1,800 physicians are faculty members at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, one of the nation’s highly regarded medical schools.  

Benefits
  • Holiday Pay
  • Vision benefits
  • Continuing Education
  • Sick pay
  • Dental benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Discount program
  • Pet insurance
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Medical benefits
  • Sign-On bonus

Job Tags

Full time, Work experience placement, Relocation package, Monday to Friday, Shift work, Day shift,

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