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Optometric Assistant

Chesapeake Oncology Hematology Associates

Landover Hills, MD
1 month ago

Job Description

Join Chesapeake Oncology Hematology Associates as an Optometric Assistant, where you'll play a crucial role in supporting patient care in a collaborative environment. You'll be responsible for patient intake, preparing injections, and assisting with various medical procedures while ensuring compliance with health standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Escort patients to and from the exam room and complete patient intake
  • Clean and straighten exam room between patients
  • Prepare syringes and administer subcutaneous and intra-muscular injections
  • Assist provider with injectable procedures
  • Prepare pathology and lab specimens and route them correctly
  • Respond to patient questions in office and via phone
  • Schedule or re-schedule appointments
  • Work in compliance with OSHA and HIPAA standards
  • Maintain medication samples and keep records
  • Train other employees on medical assistant duties
  • Assist with check-in or check-out procedures

Required Qualifications

  • At least one (1) year of medical assisting experience
  • Completion of a Medical Assistant or Certified Nursing Assistant program
  • Professionalism and strong customer service skills
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with doctors
  • Ability to communicate professionally and friendly with patients and co-workers
  • Must be able to lift at least 15 pounds
  • Ability to stand for prolonged periods

Benefits & Perks

401kContinuing education creditsHealth, Dental & Vision InsuranceHSA AccountDisability insuranceLife insurancePaid time off (PTO)