Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) OR Clinical Medical Assistant, Ophthalmology - 19128

As the Ophthalmic Assistant, you would work in support of the Physician and assist in the development, implementation and evaluation of patient care in the office. You will be required to coordinate the care with other Penn Highlands services or outside health care providers. You will serve as a liaison between the physician, the mid-level provider and all other health care providers. Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent required. Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant OR completion of a Clinical Medical -Assistant program required. LPN preferred. Five years Ophthalmic office experience (in lieu of education requirement) required Two years working in an Ophthalmology or Optometric office setting preferred Knowledge of human physiology and anatomy Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite required Certified Ophthalmic Assistant(COA) required within two years of hire Knowledge of various ophthalmic equipment preferred Maintain Medical Assistant Certification or Practical Nurse licensure through state of Pennsylvania What We Offer Competitive Compensation based on experience Professional Development Supportive and Experienced Peers Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision offered the first month after start date Paid Time Off 403(b) retirement plan with company match Flex Spending Account 25% discount on all services at Penn Highlands Healthcare facilities Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Health & Wellness Programs

Support physicians in the development and implementation of patient care within an ophthalmic office. Act as a liaison between physicians, mid-level providers, and other healthcare providers to coordinate patient care.

Requires a High School Diploma and either a Clinical Medical Assistant program completion or COA certification, with LPN preferred. Candidates must have knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, and obtain COA certification within two years of hire.

• Medical Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Paid Time Off • 403(b) Retirement Plan With Company Match • Flex Spending Account • 25% Discount On Penn Highlands Healthcare Services • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Health & Wellness Programs

• Clinical carePreferred

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• Patient Care
• Ophthalmic Equipment Operation
• Care Coordination
• Human Physiology
• Human Anatomy
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Clinical Medical Assisting
• Liaison Communication

• Healthcare

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 11, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level