Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

Company: Cleveland Clinic
Location: Willoughby
Posted on: May 13, 2025

Job Description:

J oin the Cleveland Clinic team where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. You will work alongside dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. Cleveland Clinic is recognized in the U.S. and throughout the world for its expertise and care. Our retina team has some of the best clinical outcomes in the field and is passionate about leading the way in research and innovation for retinal diseases. Under the direction of a supervisor or physician, you will receive and prepare patients for examination or treatment. A caregiver in this position works 8:00am-5:00 pm. A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Document patient information in the patient medical record.
  • Perform stocking, maintenance and other related duties as assigned, including maintaining exam rooms, equipment and supplies.
    • Perform clinical and technical ophthalmic duties and basic patient care as directed by physician or supervisor. Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
      • High School Diploma or equivalent.
        • Successful completion of the written exam for Certified Ophthalmic Assistant.
          • Recent graduate an Ophthalmic Technology Program (not yet COT certified).
            • 1 year experience providing direct patient care under the supervision of an Ophthalmologist. Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
              • Experience performing visual field testing, fundus photography, OCT, IOL Master, and contact lens I & R. Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we're dedicated to providing what matters most to you: Physical Requirements:
                • 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.Personal Protective Equipment:
                  • Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. Salaries which may be shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.

Keywords: Cleveland Clinic, Detroit , Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, Other , Willoughby, Michigan