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Certified Ophthalmology Assistant

  • Dignity Health Medical Foundation
  • Citrus Heights, California
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About Us

Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 138 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.

Our Mission

As CommonSpirit Health, we make the healing presence of God known in our world by improving the health of the people we serve, especially those who are vulnerable, while we advance social justice for all. To learn more about a calling that defines and unites, please click here for more information about our mission, vision, and values.

The posted compensation range of $24.51 - $27.45 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Job ID
2026-458224
Employment Type
Full Time
Department
Ophthalmology
Hours/Pay Period
80
Weekly Schedule
Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
Shift
Day
Remote
No
Category
Medical Assistant
Union
SEIU UHW

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Certified Ophthalmology Assistant (COA), you will provide essential clinical and administrative support to Ophthalmologists and Optometrists, optimizing practice operations and delivering direct, high-quality patient care.

Every day you will perform direct patient care, conduct ocular testing, assist with in-office procedures, administer medications, and meticulously document patient information, all within your scope of practice.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate proficiency in ocular testing and medication administration, maintain accurate records, and efficiently support both the clinical and administrative functions of the practice.

  • Consistently demonstrates customer service expectations as outlined in the Dignity Health Medical Foundation audit tools.
  • Consistently makes eye contact and smiles.
  • Demonstrates active listening with a positive can do attitude.
  • Consistently respectful, concerned, and shows empathy.
  • Uses scripted greetings. "Thank you for choosing Dignity Health Medical Foundation this is (your name) how can I help you"
  • Uses scripted closing at every interaction. "Is there anything else I can do for you" Over the phone and as patients leave the clinic.

Job Requirements

Required

  • High School GED general studies or
  • High School Graduate general studies and
  • 1 year working in an optometry or ophthalmology practice required. and
  • Satisfactory completion of a formal certified ophthalmic technician program pursuant to the Division of Allied Health Professions or military training that is equivalent to an accredited certified ophthalmic technician program (determination by Dignity Health Medical Foundation HR department in conjunction with the State Division of Allied Health Professions.) and
  • Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, upon hire or
  • Certified Opthalmic Technician, upon hire and
  • Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire


Preferred

  • Experience with multi-line phones/ACD phones
Where You'll Work

Dignity Health Medical Foundation, established in 1993, is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation with care centers throughout California. Dignity Health Medical Foundation is an affiliate of Dignity Health – one of the largest health systems in the nation - with hospitals and care centers in California, Arizona and Nevada. Today, Dignity Health Medical Foundation works hand-in-hand with physicians and providers throughout California to provide comprehensive health care services to the many communities we serve.

As Dignity Health Medical Foundation continues to grow and establish new premier care centers, we provide increasing support and investment in the latest technologies, finest physicians and state-of-the-art medical facilities. Our 130+ clinics across the state of California deliver high-quality, patient-centric care with an emphasis on humankindness. Through affiliations with Dignity Health hospitals, along with our joint ventures and partnerships, we offer a robust, state-of-the-art health care delivery system in the communities we serve .We strive to create purposeful work settings where staff can provide great care, while advancing in knowledge and experience through challenging work assignments and stimulating relationships. Our staff is well-trained and highly skilled, qualities that are vital to maintaining excellence in care and service.

One Community. One Mission. One California 

Total Rewards

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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