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GUNDERSEN HEALTH SYSTEM Ophthalmic Assistant in LA CROSSE, Wisconsin

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Love + medicine is who we are, it\'s what we do, it\'s why people want to work here. If you\'re looking for a job to love, apply today. Schedule Weekly Hours:40 We are looking for a motivated and passionate individual to join our Vision Services Team! We do not require any optical experience, we will provide all necessary training! What you will do: Work 40 hours each week, Monday-Friday, Hours are 8am-5pm Based out of the Gundersen Eye Clinic in La Crosse Speak with patients and train patients regarding contact lens care and usage Have the opportunity to travel to other Gundersen optical locations What you will get: On the job training Great work/life balance! Starting wage of \$16.77/ + more for experience! Access to our Career Development Center Generous 401K match and base contribution! Tuition Investment Program What you will need: High school diploma or equivalency 6 months of customer service experience Click to learn more about life at Gundersen!Job Description: Performs support functions to the eye practices of the department including pre-testing for appointments and various diagnostic tests. Major Responsibilities: 1. Perform preliminary testing procedures to include measurement and verification of visual acuity and checking intra-ocular pressures. Interview patient to develop statement of visual history. 2. Responsible for administering Humphrey visual field diagnostic procedures as well as OCT analysis of optic nerve and retina. Other testing may include pentacam, pachymetery, and specular microscope. 3. Coordinate the scheduling of various surgical procedures and preparation of pre-op paperwork. Perform equipment maintenance and minor repairs. May also include outreach travel. 4. Interact with patients, pharmacies, and optical dispensaries in the release and communication of prescriptions and give appropriate advice regarding eye symptoms and problems. 5. Certain other responsibilities may include managing and ordering supplies and inventories in department, contact lens order processing, and instruction in insertion, removal, and handling of contact lenses. 6. May assist in minor surgical procedures including cleaning and sterilization of surgical equipment and instruments as well as assisting the surgeon in the procedure. Could also counsel pre- and post-opeative eye surgery patients regarding eye care instructions and medication use. 7. Support to refractive surgery program could include informing patients of preoperative and postoperative instructions, set up and clean equipment, and calculate postoperative refractive surgery results. 8. Witness waste of controlled substances with authorized staff in the state of Wisconsin.Will not witness waste in Minnesota and Iowa, both states require licensed individuals or registered pharmacy technician staff only to witness the waste of controlled... For full info follow application link. EEO/AA/Veterans/Disabilities ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/D3BEB3E21B064324

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