Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist

aah; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Day 1 health coverage

Generous PTO 25 days/year

Retirement contributions

Job summary

Advocate Health is hiring for a full-time Ophthalmic Assistant in Winston-Salem, NC. The role requires COA certification, CPR, and at least one year in ophthalmology, with responsibilities including patient screening, instrument handling, and patient education.

Benefits include Day 1 health coverage, generous PTO, and employer retirement contributions. This on-site position supports comprehensive eye care within the Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center Ophthalmology team.

Qualifications

• Must have High School diploma or GED.
• JCAHPO COA certification is required.
• CPR certification required (AHA or Red Cross).
• One year of work experience, preferably in ophthalmology.

Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary screenings per physician orders, including medical/ocular histories, visual acuity, tonometry, and pupil exams.
• Maintain and clean ophthalmic equipment and exam lanes; ensure rooms stay stocked.
• Interact with patients and families professionally; protect patient confidentiality.
• Maintain CPR certification and participate in ongoing education per JCAHPO guidelines.
• Under physician direction, may perform prescription refills following standard guidelines.
• Contribute to high-quality patient care as a team member and model.

Skills

Excellent communication

EMR proficiency

Ophthalmic knowledge

Ophthalmic instrumentation

COA testing proficiency

Multitasking

Team player

Time management

Education

High School diploma or GED

JCAHPO COA certification

CPR certification (AHA or Red Cross)

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems

Job description

38756 Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center - Ophthalmology

Full time

Yes

40 Hours Per Week

M-F 8-5

Pay Range

$21.45 - $32.20

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

• Full Time, Days
• Located in Winston Salem, North Carolina- Main Campus
• This job qualifies for a $6,000 sign-on bonus, provided the candidate meets the eligibility requirements. Click here to learn more
• Day 1 Health Coverage:Choose from either copay or HSA-eligible health insurance options with coverage starting on your first day of work.
• Generous PTO:Accrual starts at 25 days/year, to be used for vacations, sickness, holidays, and personal matters.
• Retirement: Up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions

MUST HAVE:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Certification by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel (JCAHPO) in Ophthalmology at the Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) level.
• CPR certification (American Heart Association OR American Red Cross) required.
• One year work experience, preferably in an eye-related field.

NICE TO HAVE:

• Previous work experience in ophthalmology preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs preliminary screenings as ordered via physician including but not limited to providing detailed patient medical/ocular histories, obtaining visual acuity, tonometry, lensometry, pupil exam, instilling ocular medication, and visual field testing.
• Maintains assigned ophthalmic exam lanes/equipment in clinic. Cleans ophthalmic equipment in exam rooms according to guidelines. Maintains physical environment of exam rooms.
• Ensures exam room/lane are stocked appropriately.
• Interacts with patients/families, coworkers, and physicians in professional courteous manner always. Always maintain patient confidentiality. Always contributes to the positive atmosphere of the workplace.
• Participates in own professional development by maintaining required competencies, required continuing education hours to maintain certification according to JCAHPO guidelines. Maintains current CPR certification during employment.
• Under the direction of the physician may perform prescription refill following standard guidelines.
• Demonstrates dedication to patient service and care by serving as a role model in always delivering quality patient care.
• Performs other job duties incidental to the work described here in and based on Certification level.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Computer skills, work experience with Electronic Medical Record preferred.
• Solid understanding of ophthalmic practice and care of ophthalmic patients.
• Knowledge of ophthalmic instrumentation.
• Proficient in basic preliminary ophthalmic testing according to certification COA.
• Ability to multitask with efficiency.
• Understands the need for efficient use of time.
• Ability to recognize common safety hazards and take precautions to establish a safe work surrounding.
• Ability to withstand long periods of standing and walking.
• Focused and organized, always working as a team player.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Clean, comfortable, office environment.
• Moderate noise level.

Our CommitmenttoYou:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, andShort- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.