Certified Ophthalmic Assistant - Eye Care Specialist

Riverside Health; Williamsburg, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health in Williamsburg, VA seeks a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) to support physicians in eye exams and surgeries. You will greet patients, document medical histories, perform ocular measurements, and assist with contact lens fittings and minor procedures.

The position emphasizes accurate charting, patient education, and coordinating referrals while maintaining compliance with clinical guidelines. A relevant ICA/JCAHPO pathway is favored.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred; ICA accredited clinical assistant program required for Clinical Assistant or non-clinical assistant track
• JCAHPO/JCAT or AAO Ophthalmic Medical Assisting courses are acceptable training pathways
• 1 year ophthalmology/optometry office experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and document chief complaint, history, and ocular findings
• Measure and record visual acuity, refractometry, tonometry, keratometry, slit lamp exams, OCT and other tests
• Assist with contact lens fitting and postoperative procedures as ordered by the physician
• prepare referrals, letters, and patient communications; educate patients using brochures/videos

Skills

Patient interaction

Documentation accuracy

Clinical measurements

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ICA Accredited Clinical Assistant training

JCAHPO/JCAT or AAO Ophthalmic Medical Assisting training

Job description

Riverside Health in Williamsburg, VA seeks a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) to support physicians in eye exams and surgeries. You will greet patients, document medical histories, perform ocular measurements, and assist with contact lens fittings and minor procedures.

The position emphasizes accurate charting, patient education, and coordinating referrals while maintaining compliance with clinical guidelines. A relevant ICA/JCAHPO pathway is favored.