Positions

Posted
Mon., Aug. 9

Organization
Columbia University Department of Ophthalmology

Position Description
The Columbia University Department of Ophthalmology is seeking a part-time aide to assist in a variety of functions. 

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting physicians with patient flow, data entry, and bringing patients in and out of exam lanes and in and out of exam chairs.
• Escorting patients to testing, waiting area, surgery scheduling or front desk check-out.
• Ensuring patient flow is smooth and efficient.
• Retrieving samples and medications for provider as directed.
• Rotating between sites.
• Alerting site manager and/or lead technician of any problems/issues impacting patient flow.
• Ensuring that all testing previously ordered has been completed prior to escorting patient into the exam lane. If tests have been completed and require a review/interpretation, bring tests up on computer. Assisting in lasers, injections and other in-lane procedures under the direction of the physician.
• Providing patient education as directed by the provider.

• Checking the status of patients in the testing process as requested by the provider.

Position Requirements

• Must have a Bachelor's degree. 
• Must be willing to travel. 
• Must have a knowledge of basic medical terminology. 

Time Commitment
Part-time, with a minimum of 1 day per week. 

Compensation
$18 per hour

Apply
To apply, please send your resume to Bonnie Wang.