Cert/Uncert Ophthalmic Assistant (Sign-on bonus for experienced Ophthalmic Assistants)

Virginia Eye Institute; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus for experienced Ophthalmic Assistants

Job summary

The Virginia Eye Institute is hiring a full-time Ophthalmic Assistant to join their busy practice located in Virginia. The role includes assisting ophthalmologists, performing preliminary eye testing, and preparing patients for their exams.

Applicants should be capable of managing patient records and interactions with a focus on professionalism and patient care. This position also offers a sign-on bonus for experienced ophthalmic assistants.

Qualifications

• Experience working with patients in a clinical setting.
• Knowledge of ophthalmic medical terminology.
• Ability to perform ocular and systemic history and testing.

Responsibilities

• Review patient charts for completeness and accuracy.
• Act as scribe while physician examines patients.
• Perform lensometry, tonometry, and other testing.
• Assist with in-office procedures and maintain exam rooms.

Skills

Patient care

Medical record management

Ocular testing

Medication administration

Training others

Job description

Cert/Uncert Ophthalmic Assistant (Sign-on bonus for experienced Ophthalmic Assistants)

Puddledock Location, 2015 Waterside Road, Prince George, Virginia, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Friday, May 8, 2026 at 4:00 AM

The Virginia Eye Institute (VEI) is hiring! VEI is a large and dynamic practice of ophthalmologists and optometrists in the Richmond, VA area.

We are searching for a full-time ophthalmic assistant to join our busy practice.

Job Purpose

Ophthalmic assistants assist ophthalmologists by obtaining medical records, performing preliminary eye function testing and explaining to patients about medication or procedures. Ophthalmic assistants generally work closely with an ophthalmologist, gathering patient information necessary to complete a diagnosis. Assistants often see the patient before the ophthalmologist, and are often responsible for preparing the patient for the exam and beginning the examination with standard tests and measurements.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Reviews patient chart to ensure completeness and accuracy of information. Performs testing required by type of exam scheduled, patient complaint and history.
• May act as scribe while physician examines patient entering data into electronic medical records, oversees patient flow.
• Is able to take an ocular and systemic history and accurately record visual acuity. Is able to perform lensometry, refractometry, applanation tonometry, basic muscle balance testing, assess pupils, assess the anterior chamber, confrontation visual fields and gross external exam. Administer diagnostic tests.
• Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications under the direction of the physician.
• Assists with in-office procedures ensuring proper informed consent is obtained, sets up and cleans up from procedures.
• Perform advanced ophthalmic procedures.
• Assists in training of other ophthalmic assistants.
• Assists with patient education.
• Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of exam rooms during the work day.
• Complies with all practice procedures and protocols. Complies with all State and Federal regulations. Understands and accepts responsibility to report potential or suspected errors to Manager or Compliance Officer.
• Maintains positive attitude consisting of cooperation, self-motivation, courtesy, and professionalism.
• Performs other duties as assigned to ensure the clinic operates efficiently.