Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

** This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of $1,500 ** 

Serving the needs of Garfield Heights and the Southeast communities of Cuyahoga County, Marymount Hospital is an acute care, faith-based hospital. Here, caregivers are guided by the Christian values of service, compassion, dignity and respect and live by the mission of providing world-class healthcare.  As a part of our team, you will build a rewarding, lifelong career in  a diverse and welcoming environment.

As a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, you will support the Ophthalmologist by performing various clinical and administrative tasks throughout the department. You will assist with direct patient care as directed, ensuring everyone feels comfortable and at ease throughout their appointment and exam. In this role, your ability to facilitate a welcoming environment can make a difference in the lives of Cleveland Clinic patients every day.  

A caregiver in this position works 8:00am—5:00pm. 

A caregiver who excels in this role will:  

• Receive and prepare patients for examination or treatment. 

• Perform routine screening tests. 

• Document patient information in the patient medical record. 

• Perform stocking, maintenance and other related duties as assigned, including maintaining exam rooms, equipment and supplies. 

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:  

• High School Diploma/GED 

• Successful completion of the Certified Ophthalmic Assistant written exam 

• Recent graduate of an Ophthalmic Technology Program  

• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO). 

• One year of experience providing direct care under the supervision of an Ophthalmologist 

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: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/