Ophthalmic Assistant - Ophthalmology - Full Time

Job description

Position Summary: The Ophthalmic Assistant is responsible for performing ophthalmic work up, procedures, measurements, and tests to provide data to the provider and assist in patient care. Assists provider throughout patient exam and office procedures. Position requires good understanding of optometry and ophthalmology outpatient day to day office routine. The Ophthalmic Assistant will continually demonstrate Patient Centeredness, Teamwork, and Excellence in the daily performance of their duties. This position requires the ability to be self‐motivated, flexible, punctual, detail oriented, have good time management skills and have excellent communication skills. Position will travel for coverage as needed. Education, License & Cert: Minimum High School Diploma or Equivalent Require: Completion of Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (OSC) within first 6 weeks of position and completion of American Academy of Ophthalmology Home Study course within first 6 months of employment for candidate without COA. Prefer: Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Paraoptometric Assistant (POA) Experience: Prefer 2 years of clinical experience in ophthalmology or optometry practice; will consider medica...