Certified Medical Assistant - Optometry (Days), Craig, AK

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionTravel Certified Medical Assistant - Optometry (Days)

Mobile Health Team Inc. is seeking an experienced Certified Medical Assistant- Optometry for a 13-week travel assignment in Craig, AK 99921.

Contract Details

Days, Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm

Start Date: 7/7/2026

Contract: 13 weeks

Location: Craig, AK 99921

Hourly Pay: $ 24.00

Non-taxed Stipend: $1141.00

Weekly Total Pay: 1861.00

Vaccination Policy: ***Flu vaccine required***

Traveler Policy: only accepts traveler profile applications from travelers that live at least 50+ miles away from the facility address they are working at. Rate is all inclusive and SEARHC will not be providing housing or flights.

EMR Used: Meditech

• **Start date no less than 6 week AFTER fingerprint cards are received***

This position supports eye care services to patients of all ages. This position develops skills as an optometry assistant including optical and imaging duties through on-the-job and self-training modules. Customer service, attention to detail, clear communication and timely documentation are essential for this position.

Key Responsibilities:

Room and screen patients for the providers, perform optical and point of care lab testing.

Accurately document in a timely manner.

Assist patients with optical orders: optical benefits verification, frame selection, measurements, order entry, payment collection, order verification, dispensing (glasses and contacts) in-person or by mail, adjustments, repairs, and warranty replacements.

Assist with inventory management: ordering, cleaning, returns and frame placement.

Assist with approval and reconciliation of invoices for timely payment.

Imaging

Acquires ocular imaging: photos, ocular coherence tomography, visual fields, topography.

Enters images into medical record for provider review.

Administrative Support

Assist with triage, tracking and scheduling of referred, recalled or diabetic patients.

Assist with phones, directing/answering patient questions and paperwork.

Work with Referral Care Coordinators, providers and/or clinics to facilitate patient referrals.

Order and maintain office and medical supplies.

Always maintain patient confidentiality.

Work collaboratively to meet the needs of the patients and organizational goals.

Other duties as assigned.

Compensation:

Weekly Pay (hourly) + Non-taxed Stipend (if eligible)

Pay package details provided upon offer

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

Must have a one year of medical assistant experience.

Must have National MA Certification

High School Diploma or GED required

BLS is required

CMA/CCMA/RMA is required

Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills

Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask

Willingness to participate in continuing education and training programs

Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently

Strong communication, professionalism, and reliability

Compliance/Screening (Pre-Start):

Drug screen and background check (facility required)

Additional facility onboarding forms as assigned

BenefitsWhy Work With Mobile Health Team Inc.:

Weekly pay

Dedicated recruiter support

Streamlined onboarding & compliance guidance

Transparent pay packages

Opportunities for extensions and future assignments

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