Work Status Details: REGULAR FULL TIME | 72.00 Hours Every Two Weeks
Shift: Days
Pay Rate Type: Hourly
Location: Clinics

Listed is the base hiring salary range offered for this position. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors, including but not limited to skills and experience. The salary range listed is just one component of the total rewards/compensation package offered to candidates.
Min = $20.95
Mid = $26.19
Max = $31.43

Summary:
The Ophthalmology Extern aims to give employee practical experience and is intended to fill certified ophthalmology assistant role once ophthalmology assistant certification is received. The Ophthalmology Extern is responsible for performing tasks needed to support the ophthalmologist's care and treatment of the patients' eye care needs. This may include vision exams and testing, collecting patient information and providing patient education related to medications and procedures. Works collaboratively with other clinical staff to meet patient need.

Responsibilities:

The Ophthalmology Extern functions to support the ongoing eye care of the patient by working under the supervision of the ophthalmologist, performs vision exams and testing, collects patient information, provides patient education and assists the ophthalmologist with patient care and procedures as warranted. The ophthalmology extern facilitates for medication refills and answering of patient questions regarding care, procedures and/or medications. Provides appropriate infection control measures as defined by YRMC Infection Control Protocol; arrange exam/treatment rooms in preparation for clinics/procedure; maintains medical inventory in exam rooms; uses appropriate cleaning techniques between patients and clinic exam/treatment rooms; maintains supplies, linens, equipment, and stocks instruments; practices OSHA safety

Education:
Essential:
* HS DIPLOMA/GED

Other information:

Education:

High School/ GED

Years of Experience:

1+ Years preferred

Why Yuma Regional Medical Center?

Yuma Regional Medical Center (YRMC) is located in Yuma, AZ. Our purpose is building a healthier tomorrow. We strive by putting patients first as they are the center of every decision and action we take. YRMC is rooted in the community by living and breathing the dynamic nature of our region. Being committed to progress by constantly and consistently advancing healthcare, creating meaningful experiences and improving the lives of everyone around us.

Our Values

Bring Kindness | Achieve Together | Aspire For Better | Do The Right Thing | Lead With Optimism |

About Yuma, AZ

Named by the Guinness World Records as the Sunniest City on Earth with winters averaging temperatures of 70 degrees, sunny days and cooler nights.

Yuma, Arizona is a place to explore the great outdoors with hiking, jet skiing, boating and off-roading. Don't forget to soak up the sun at the great Colorado River or one of Yuma's many lakes.

Yuma is centrally located in Southwest Arizona, within a short drive to many popular attractions and destinations.

https://www.visityuma.com/

https://www.yumachamber.org/

Bring your skills to one of the sunniest places on earth - Yuma, AZ!

Physical Requirements and working conditions for this position will be provided to you up on interview.