CEP - Ophthalmic Assistant

Center For Sight; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Match

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Continuing Education

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Center For Sight is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to join our clinical team in a fast-paced eye care setting. You will work alongside ophthalmologists and optometrists to perform eye-related tests and support patient care.

Training will cover complex diagnostic procedures and patient interaction, with opportunities to advance in a growing medical field and obtain certification in ophthalmic support.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support ophthalmologists and optometrists by performing eye-related clinical tasks.
• Take patient histories, perform procedures and tests, and prepare patients for examinations.
• Assist doctors with diagnosis and treatment by providing essential information.
• Conduct tonometry to measure intraocular pressure.
• Measure visual acuity and document patients’ medical histories.
• Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications as directed.
• Perform visual field tests and instruct patients on contact lens care.

Skills

Self-starter

Empathy

Team player

Motivated

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 to improve our patients’ vision and change lives. This is an exciting opportunity for those passionate about helping others and who enjoy 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 types of medical professionals in the country! We will train you to perform complex diagnostic tests and exams, working side by side with our doctors to provide critical information that helps them deliver medical and surgical treatment to our patients. Your training will lead to advanced, internationally recognized certification in an exciting, growing 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 ophthalmologists and optometrists to provide patient care by performing various 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 on contact lens care and use.

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:

• 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.