Optometry Assistant Jobs in Worcester, MA (NOW HIRING)

Are you a current UMass Memorial Health caregiver? Apply now through Workday.Hiring Range:$119,912.00 - $152,131.20Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations .Everyone Is a CaregiverAt UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.Location: Worcester, MAFacility: UMass Memorial HealthDepartment: Ophthalmology & Visual SciencesSpecialty: Ophthalmology APP (Physician Assistant)Schedule: Full TimeThe Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences at UMass Memorial Health is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our growing team. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside a collaborative group of ophthalmologists and clinical staff dedicated to delivering exceptional patient-centered eye care across a broad spectrum of ophthalmic conditions.The APP will play an integral role in supporting outpatient clinical operations, enhancing patient access, and contributing to the delivery of high-quality ophthalmic care in a fast-paced academic healthcare environment.Key HighlightsJoin a growing ophthalmology practice within Central Massachusetts' largest health systemWork alongside experienced ophthalmologists, optometrists, and dedicated clinical staffOpportunity to develop specialized ophthalmology expertise and procedural skillsAdvanced technology and integrated Epic EMR platformRobust operational and clinical support infrastructureOpportunity to participate in quality improvement, research, and educational initiativesPatient-centered culture focused on delivering exceptional eye careResponsibilitiesConduct patient evaluations and obtain comprehensive medical historiesPerform ophthalmic examinations and assessments under established protocolsPerform intravenous fluorescein angiography (IVFA), including venipuncture, and contrast dye administrationAssist with medication refills and patient triageOrder and interpret diagnostic testing as appropriateCollaborate closely with physicians and multidisciplinary healthcare teamsQualifications:Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner programMassachusetts Medical License with national certification (NCCPA), DEA and CSRPrior ophthalmology experience preferred but not required (to be determined by department)Top Tier Benefits to Reflect Your Values and NeedsRetirement plans including pension plan and 401-kComprehensive tuition reimbursement benefitPaid family and medical leave; short-term and long-term disability programsHospital liability insuranceRelocation assistance, if applicableOrganization-wide commitment to formal Clinician Wellness ProgramVisit UMass Memorial Medical Group to learn more about our organizationQualified candidates may contact Carmen Sanderson, Provider Recruiter, at Carmen.Sanderson@umassmemorial.org .All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible. #J-18808-Ljbffr