The Cole Eye Institute is among the world's most advanced eye centers and is consistently ranked in the top 10 in the nation. Cole Eye serves more than 330,000 patients annually - among the highest volumes in the nation. The Institute includes more than 140 staff physicians and researchers who diagnose, treat, and investigate all conditions of the eye, including macular degeneration, cataracts, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy. As a Non-Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, you will perform basic patient care, ophthalmic testing procedures, and initial patient examinations as directed by a physician or supervisor. The ideal future caregiver is someone who: + Demonstrates a strong work ethic. + Is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. + Thrives in a team environment. + Easily adapts to a busy environment. This is a great opportunity for someone wanting to build a lifelong career and grow in the field. You can work toward becoming a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, Certified Ophthalmic Technician and Certified Ophthalmic Technologist. 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. **Responsibilities:** + Under direction of supervisor or physician receives and prepares patients for examination or treatment. + May perform routine screening tests. + Documents patient information in the patient medical record. + Performs stocking, maintenance and other duties as assigned, including maintaining exam rooms, equipment and supplies. + Other duties as assigned. **Education:** + High School Diploma. + Knowledge of medical terminology. **Certifications:** + None required. **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:** + Minimum of one year experience in an ophthalmic setting providing direct patient care. + Additional formal education or training in ophthalmology may substitute for some or all of the stated experience. **Physical Requirements:** + Manual dexterity to operate office equipment and PC. + Ability to lift and transport up to 25 pounds. + May require extended periods of standing, walking or sitting. + Visual acuity, including the ability to distinguish colors. **Personal Protective Equipment:** + Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. Salaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process. Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities