JOB ID 3300 CEP - Ophthalmic Assistant

Center For Sight; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Company Match

Medical and Dental Insurance

Vision Benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Carolina Eyecare Physicians in Mount Pleasant, SC seeks an Ophthalmic Assistant. You will receive hands-on training alongside renowned ophthalmic surgeons and optometrists, supporting patient care and vision-improvement efforts.

The role emphasizes teamwork, compassionate patient interaction, and growth within a professional ophthalmology practice. Travel to other office locations is expected as part of the position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in a professional environment with strong customer-service focus.
• Previous experience in the medical field is preferred.
• Willing to train the right person; ophthalmology/optometry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care with ophthalmologists and optometrists by performing eye-related clinical tasks.
• Take patient histories, perform tests, and prepare patients for the doctor.
• Provide information to help diagnose and treat patients.
• Assist patients with customer service and information about treatments.
• Conduct tonometry tests to measure intraocular pressure.
• Measure visual acuity and document patient histories.
• Administer ophthalmic medications as directed.
• Perform visual field tests to assess sight.
• Instruct patients on contact lens care and use.

Skills

Self-starter

Empathetic care

Team player

Growth mindset

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT

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 eye‑care needs to Low Country patients. Our mission is to “Bring Clear Vision to Life” through compassionate relationships and an 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.

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.

Essential Job Functions

• Work with ophthalmologists and optometrists to provide patient care by performing many different eye‑related clinical functions.
• Take patient histories, perform various procedures and tests, and prepare patients to see the doctor.
• Provide 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 daily work.
• Ability to develop strong connections with patients, communicating with warmth and empathy.
• Team‑oriented individual who finds fulfillment in helping and supporting others.
• Motivated and resilient individual on a path to grow a meaningful medical career within a successful surgical practice.

Education and Experience

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

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

• This is a full‑time position with the primary assignment in Mt. Pleasant, SC.
• Travel to other office locations is required.

Benefits

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

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.

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.