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Job TitleOphthalmic Assistant Apprentice

                        

LocationCleveland

                    

FacilityCleveland Clinic Main Campus

                     

Department

                      

Job CodeC99916

                     

ShiftDays

                       

Schedule8:00am-5:00pm

                       

Job SummaryJoin the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as the No. 4 hospital in the nation, according to the U.S. News and World Report. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and 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’s Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Apprenticeship will provide you with the world’s best experience in how to work with patients in eye care, while improving their well-being and quality of life. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside and learn from leading experts in the field, and receive training in patient care, patient examinations and testing procedures. At the end of the program, you will be ready to apply and sit for the JCAHPO certified assistant exam to earn the nationally recognized credential.

Shift & Schedule: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM

The apprenticeship will start Monday, January 13, 2025.
At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.

Locations available:
Main Campus
Beachwood

                         

Job Details

Responsibilities:

Under direction of supervisor or physician receives and prepares patients for examination or treatment.Performs initial patient examinations, ophthalmic testing procedures and assists physician with related examinations/procedures as directed.May perform routine screening tests.Documents patient information in the patient medical record.Performs clerical, stocking, maintenance and other related duties.Other duties as assigned.

Education:

Earned a High School diploma or GED in the U.S.Knowledge of medical terminology preferred

Languages:

English required

Certifications:

None required

Competencies (Complexity of Work):

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work unsupervised or with minimal supervision.Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Work Experience:

Prior experience in a customer-facing role; prior experience in a healthcare setting in a patient-facing role preferredAdditional formal education or training in ophthalmology may substitute for some or all of the stated experience.Previous experience documenting exam findings in Epic is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Manual dexterity sufficient to operate medical equipment utilized to perform testing procedures.Manual dexterity to perform various exams and hold equipment; good eye-hand coordination; may require long periods of standing and walking.

Personal Protective Equipment:

Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

                       

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our tobacco free and drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substance and nicotine. All offers of employment are follwed by testing for controlled substances and nicotine. All new caregivers must clear a nicotine test within their 90-day new hire period. Candidates for employment who are impacted by Cleveland Clinic Health System's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after one year.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

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