CEP - Ophthalmic Assistant

US Eye; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; 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

US Eye in Mount Pleasant, SC is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant. You will train hands-on with renowned ophthalmic surgeons and optometrists to improve patients' vision and support care delivery.

This role offers a professional, team-oriented environment and opportunities to learn complex diagnostic tests, work across multiple locations, and grow toward advanced certification. Previous medical experience is helpful, but we will train the right candidate; strong customer service and empathy are

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform eye-related clinical functions with ophthalmologists and optometrists.
• Take histories, perform procedures and tests, and prep patients for the doctor.
• Conduct tonometry tests to measure intraocular pressure.
• Measure visual acuity and document patients' medical histories.
• Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications.
• Instruct patients on contact lens care.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Empathy

Communication skills

Self-starter

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical field experience preferred

Job description

JOIN OUR TEAM

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.
• 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.