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Job Description CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CMA) WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR Spectrum Vision Partners (“SVP”) and OCLI Vision (“OCLI”) work together to provide world class eye care to our patients to improve lives. SVP, the management services team, supports OCLI Vision, one of the largest multi-specialty ophthalmology networks in the U.S. Our unique model and collaborative culture differentiate us in the marketplace and in our service to our patients. We build our culture one hire at a time, and we focus on building great teams and keeping our employees happy. We promote from within and offer fantastic benefits and PTO! We are looking for a Certified Medical Assistant to join our Surgery Center and work alongside our RN’s & Physicians in our renowned, multi-subspecialty eye care group. As a Medical Assistant you will provide perioperative care to patients undergoing procedures, under the direction of registered nurses and surgeons. THE OPPORTUNITY AT HAND The Medical Assistant is responsible for providing exemplary patient care alongside our Physicians as we treat cataracts, glaucoma, diseases of the cornea, and perform vision correction surgeries. You’ll exercise good clinical judgement during Pre-Op/Post Op care and ensure all policies and procedures are being followed. You’ll manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced PACU and OR while exhibiting sound judgement and problem-solving skills. You’ll prepare rooms and patients for procedures, assist providers and other staff as needed, and record and update the drugs selected for patient care in the inventory tracking system. If you have a positive attitude and are motivated to provide an excellent experience to anyone that walks through our clinic doors, then we’re willing to train you! OUR EXPECTATIONS OF YOU • Provide outstanding patient care on a daily basis, • Assist MDs, RNs, and LPNs as necessary with pre/post op patients, • carefully monitor patients, • Prepare patient for surgery and manage recovery and discharge procedures, • Collect comprehensive data on patients’ health (from patients and/or family members); Analyze data to determine needs., • Assisting the physician in treatments and procedures and ensuring that all physician orders are carried out appropriately and timely; work collaboratively with ancillary staff, including Patient Care Assistants, • Promote a supportive and team-oriented environment, • Support departmental responsibilities consistent with the long-range strategic plan, mission, vision and values of the surgery center WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED • You have 1+ years of experience as a Certified Medical Assistant, • Graduate with Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, or Multi-Skilled Technician certificate., • CEUs as required by Infection Control Liaison., • High School Graduate or Equivalent (GED);, • You’re detail oriented and a strong communicator, • Experience with IV therapy is preferred but not required, • BLS certification required, • While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. WHO WE ARE Our globally recognized healthcare team is comprised of some of the top minds in ocular medicine. Our senior management team has a combined 200 years of eye industry experience collaborating with some of the most recognized practices in the nation. While our providers have the expertise to diagnose and treat complex ocular, oculoplastic, and retinal conditions, we’re also uniquely qualified to provide care for our patients from childhood though adulthood. We build relationships with our patients that last a lifetime With nearly 1,400 employees, we support over 50 clinic locations, five state-licensed ambulatory surgery centers, and over 110 surgeons, doctors, and other medical professionals. Our brands include OCLI Vision, Island Eye Surgi-center, New Vision Cataract Center, AIO, and others. At Spectrum Vision Partners we know that cultivating diversity and fostering an inclusive work environment is critical to our impact and success. We create an environment where no individual is advantaged or disadvantaged because of their background. We offer equal opportunity employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, marital status, or protected veteran status. With a commitment to maintaining a bias-free environment in which harassment is prohibited, we respect cultural diversity and comply with the laws of the places in which we operate. We expect our business partners, suppliers, clients, and all of our team members to uphold these commitments.