Certified Ophthalmic Assistant: Clinical & Admin Support

CommonSpirit Health; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant to support Ophthalmologists and Optometrists with clerical and clinical duties, including end-point refractions and testing, to ensure smooth daily operations.

The role combines clinical and administrative responsibilities and requires COA/COT certification, 1 year in an eye care setting, and strong organizational and interpersonal skills to deliver a positive patient experience.

Qualifications

• JCAHPO COA or COT certification is required.
• Minimum 1 year experience in an optometry or ophthalmology practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist Ophthalmologists and Optometrists with clerical and clinical duties.
• Perform end-point refractions and higher-level ophthalmic testing.
• Balance clinical and administrative responsibilities to provide a positive patient experience.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

COA or COT certification (JCAHPO)

Job description

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant to support Ophthalmologists and Optometrists with clerical and clinical duties, including end-point refractions and testing, to ensure smooth daily operations.

The role combines clinical and administrative responsibilities and requires COA/COT certification, 1 year in an eye care setting, and strong organizational and interpersonal skills to deliver a positive patient experience.