Medical Office Assistant

Who we are looking for:

People who are passionate about the care of our patients. We are looking for individuals who want to be part of a medical team that puts our patients first and works well with a team of professionals. Someone who wants a successful career in the eye care profession where your efforts make a difference. We want people who are tech-savvy, enthusiastic, cares about others, and wants to work in a fast paced and fun environment.

Benefits:

We have an excellent benefit package including flex plan, 401k/profit sharing, insurance and paid time off.

This is a full time position. EOE

$1000 sign on bonus with no certifications, and a $2000 sign on bonus with certifications (COA, COT, COMT)!

Skills needed:

  • Must possess good communication skills.
  • Be well organized.
  • Ability to take directions.
  • Team player.
  • Flexible with hours.
  • Ability to plan ahead.
  • Must be courteous and have a pleasing personality when working with patients.
  • Ability to read and comprehend, write legibly, spell correctly, and proof read.
  • Ability to learn medical terminology and ophthalmic terminology and retain.
  • Ability to work with all age groups.
  • Basic computer skills – log on, find basic information from patient system, type at least 30 wpm
  • Basic math skills

Responsibilities:

Responsible for accurate documentation of data collected, diagnosis made and treatment initiated.  This includes exam, tests, prescriptions and recommendations.  Provide chair side doctor assistance & administer treatment ordered by doctor.  Prepare exam rooms and assist in patient education regarding medications and procedures.

DISCLAIMER

Illinois Eye Center is an equal opportunity employer. We do not use personal information in our hiring process and are dedicated to hiring the person who is best suited for our jobs without any knowledge or consideration of the individual’s membership in any protected class. We are committed to promoting safety and high standards of employee performance, productivity and reliability by supporting a drug-free workplace. In order to achieve this, all finalists may be subjected to a drug test prior to being hired to assure the applicant does not currently have narcotics, sedatives, stimulants and/or other controlled substance in his/her body.

Holiday Hours

Saturday, 9/2

Peoria office open by appointment only

(Pekin & Washington are always closed on Saturdays)

Monday, 9/4

All offices closed

Tuesday, 9/5

Peoria & Pekin offices resume normal hours

Note: The Washington office will remain closed for renovations until Monday, Sept 18. 2023