CEP - Ophthalmic Assistant

Center For Sight; Bluffton (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) Company Match

Medical and Dental Insurance

Vision Benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Continuing Education

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Carolina Eyecare Physicians is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to join our team. You will work closely with ophthalmic surgeons and optometrists, performing essential eye-related clinical functions and patient preparation.

This entry-level role offers hands-on training to develop skills in diagnostic testing and exams. We value a strong customer service mindset, teamwork, and the ability to learn in a fast-paced medical setting.

Qualifications

• Experience with patient care in a medical setting is preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills are essential.
• Willingness to learn and train for ophthalmic testing and exams.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care alongside ophthalmologists and optometrists.
• Take patient histories and prepare patients for exams.
• Administer basic ophthalmic tests and measurements.
• Assist with patient instruction on treatment and eye care.
• Support doctors during exams and procedures as needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient information and test results.

Skills

Customer service

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT

About US EYE

US Eye, is a physician-led, patient-centric network of eye care practices committed to providing exceptional patient service through premium technology and unrivaled provider expertise. We are one of the nation’s leading multi-specialty physician groups providing patients with care in ophthalmology, optometry, dermatology, and facial surgery.

About Carolina Eyecare Physicians

Carolina Eyecare Physicians is one of the nation’s leading multi-disciplinary physician groups, providing patients worldwide with care in ophthalmology, optometry, cosmetic facial surgery, and skin care. With several locations throughout Charleston and the surrounding area, we are proud to offer our patients convenient access to nationally renowned surgeons, compassionate staff members and cutting-edge technology. For over 30 years, the board-certified ophthalmologists and optometrists at Carolina Eyecare Physicians have provided for the eye care needs of Lowcountry patients. Our Mission is to “Bring Clear Vision to Life” through compassionate relationships and the unending pursuit of excellence in eye care. At Carolina Eyecare Physicians, we strive to provide our patients with the opportunity to experience a more rewarding and enjoyable life. We hope you come in with high expectations and leave with them exceeded. We consider it an honor to be entrusted with your care.

Job Summary

If you’ve ever dreamed of working in the medical field but you weren’t sure where to start, we have an opportunity for you! As an ophthalmic assistant at Carolina Eyecare, you will receive hands on training that prepares you for a fulfilling career in ophthalmology. Our team works side by side with renowned ophthalmic surgeons and optometrists, improving our patients’ vision and changing lives. This is an exciting opportunity for those who have a passion for helping others, and enjoy working in a professional, team-oriented environment. In this role, you will learn the skills required to become an ophthalmic assistant – one of the most sought after type of medical professionals in the country! We will train you to perform complex diagnostic testing and exams, working side by side with our doctors to provide critical medical information that assists them in providing medical and surgical treatment of our patients. Your training will provide a path for advanced, internationally recognized certification in an exciting and growth field! Even if you’ve never worked in the medical field before, we would like to hear from you!

Essential Job Functions

• An Ophthalmic Assistant works with the ophthalmologists and optometrists to provide patient care by performing many different eye-related clinical functions.
• Ophthalmic Assistants help care for patients by taking histories, performing various procedures and tests, and preparing patients to see the doctor.
• Their work provides the ophthalmologists and optometrists with important information to help diagnose and treat patients.
• Assist and provide patients with excellent customer service and any necessary information regarding treatment
• Conduct tonometry tests to measure intraocular pressure
• Measure visual acuity.
• Take and document patients' medical histories.
• Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications.
• Conduct visual field tests to measure field of vision.
• Instruct patients in the care and use of contact lenses.

Competencies

• Self-starter with a demonstrated ability to learn and apply complex concepts to their daily work.
• Ability to develop strong connections with our patients, communicating with warmth and empathy.
• Team oriented individual who finds fulfillment in helping and supporting others.
• Motivated and resilient individual who is on a path to grow a meaningful medical career within a successful surgical practice.

Education and Experience

• Experience within a professional environment with a strong customer service focus
• Previous experience within the medical field (preferred)
• High School Diploma or GED required, willing to train the right person, experience in optometry or ophthalmology a plus.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

• This is a full-time position with the home office located in [CITY, STATE]
• Travel to other locations will be required.

Benefits

• 401(K) Company Match
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Vision Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pet Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Continuing Education
• Paid Time Off

US Eye provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.