Love medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you’re looking for a job to love, apply today. Schedule Weekly Hours: 40 We are looking for a motivated and passionate individual to join our Vision Services Team! We do not require any optical experience, we will provide all necessary training! What you will do: Work 40 hours each week, Monday-Friday Hours are 7:30 am-4:30 pm Based out of the Gundersen Eye Clinic in Winona Speak with patients and train patients regarding contact lens care and usage Have the opportunity to travel to other Gundersen optical locations What you will get: On the job training Great work/life balance! Starting wage of $16.77/ more for experience! Access to our Career Development Center Generous 401K match and base contribution! Tuition Investment Program What you will need: High school diploma or equivalency 6 months of customer service experience Click here to learn more about life at Gundersen! Job Description: Performs support functions to the eye practices of the department including pre-testing for appointments and various diagnostic tests. Major Responsibilities: 1. Perform preliminary testing procedures to include measurement and verification of visual acuity and checking intra-ocular pressures. Interview patient to develop statement of visual history. 2. Responsible for administering Humphrey visual field diagnostic procedures as well as OCT analysis of optic nerve and retina. Other testing may include pentacam, pachymetery, and specular microscope. 3. Coordinate the scheduling of various surgical procedures and preparation of pre-op paperwork. Perform equipment maintenance and minor repairs. May also include outreach travel. 4. Interact with patients, pharmacies, and optical dispensaries in the release and communication of prescriptions and give appropriate advice regarding eye symptoms and problems. 5. Certain other responsibilities may include managing and ordering supplies and inventories in department, contact lens order processing, and instruction in insertion, removal, and handling of contact lenses. 6. May assist in minor surgical procedures including cleaning and sterilization of surgical equipment and instruments as well as assisting the surgeon in the procedure. Could also counsel pre- and post-opeative eye surgery patients regarding eye care instructions and medication use. 7. Support to refractive surgery program could include informing patients of preoperative and postoperative instructions, set up and clean equipment, and calculate postoperative refractive surgery results. 8. Witness waste of controlled substances with authorized staff in the state of Wisconsin. Will not witness waste in Minnesota and Iowa, both states require licensed individuals or registered pharmacy technician staff only to witness the waste of controlled substances. 9. Adheres to regular and predictable attendance. 10. Personally interacts, engages with and cares for patients. 11. Ensures patient safety. 12. Performs other job-related responsibilities as needed to ensure successful operation of department/vision center. Education and Learning: REQUIRED High School Diploma or equivalency DESIRED High School Diploma or equivalency post high school education Work Experience: REQUIRED 6 months customer service and/or public relations experience. DESIRED 1 year experience as ophthalmic assistant in ophthalmology practice or in vision services. License and Certifications: DESIRED Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certified by JCAHPO Age Specific Population Served: Pediatric (1 - 12 years) Adolescent (13 - 17 years) Adult (18 - 64 years) Geriatric (65 years & older) OSHA Category: Category I - All Employees in this job title have a reasonably anticipated risk of occupational exposure to blood and/or other potentially infectious materials. Environmental Conditions: Not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (as in typical office or administrative work). Exposed to infectious diseases. Physical Requirements/Demands Of The Position: Sitting Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Walking/Standing Continually (67-100% or 8 hours) Driving Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Stooping/Bending Rarely (1-5% or .5 hours) Squatting Rarely (1-5% or .5 hours) Kneeling/Half Kneel Rarely (1-5% or .5 hours) Reaching - Shoulder Level Rarely (1-5% or .5 hours) Reaching - Below Shoulder Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Repetitive Actions - Pinch Forces Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Pounds of force 0-25 Repetitive Actions - Fine Manipulation Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours) If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267 Equal Opportunity Employer Around here, loving your job is part of the job. At Gundersen Health System, we've made it a priority to enrich the lives of our employees as they find a career they love. Using each employee’s unique talents and passions, Gundersen is committed to delivering exceptional patient and family-centered care to the communities we serve. Enrich every life with us, and the life that is enriched could ultimately be yours. Physician-led, integrated healthcare system 325-bed medical center Level II Trauma Center 65 regional clinics and hospitals 5 affiliate critical access hospitals 900 clinicians 8,000 employees serving more than 21 counties in Western Wisconsin, Southeast Minnesota, and Northeast Iowa Learn more about our excellence in patient care, education, research, and something we call Love Medicine at http://www.gundersenhealth.org