Certified Ophthalmic Assistant - Eye Care Tech

Duke Careers; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Health in Durham, NC is seeking a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant to support Eye Center physicians and staff. Under close supervision, you will perform diagnostic tests such as visual acuity, tonometry, lensometry, and pupil assessment, and may administer dilation or anesthetic drops.

The role also includes basic clerical and stocking duties. Requirements include education at high school level, at least one year in ophthalmology or optometry or completion of an accredited Ophthalmic

Qualifications

• Education background generally equivalent to a high school education.
• 1 year of directly related experience in Ophthalmology or Optometry; OR graduation from an accredited Ophthalmic Technician program.
• Certification as a certified Ophthalmic Assistant by JCAHPO; BLS Certification

Responsibilities

• Participates in patient care under supervision, performing preliminary screenings such as visual acuity, history taking, tonometry, lensometry, motility, pupil assessment, visual fields; may perform refraction.
• Maintains and stocks exam rooms, cleans and prepares supplies, ships instruments for sterilization, and ensures proper calibration and maintenance of equipment.
• Answers phones, screens calls, assists with appointments and records prescriptions in patient charts.
• Demonstrates courteous, confidential, and respectful interactions with patients, visitors, and staff; upholds privacy and professional conduct.
• Assists with ongoing professional development and supports training of other staff and learners.
• Performs related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Skills

Ophthalmic testing

Visual acuity testing

Tonometry

Lensometry

Pupil assessment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

JCAHPO Ophthalmic Assistant certification

BLS Certification

Tools

Slit lamp

Medical imaging equipment

Job description

Duke Health in Durham, NC is seeking a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant to support Eye Center physicians and staff. Under close supervision, you will perform diagnostic tests such as visual acuity, tonometry, lensometry, and pupil assessment, and may administer dilation or anesthetic drops.

The role also includes basic clerical and stocking duties. Requirements include education at high school level, at least one year in ophthalmology or optometry or completion of an accredited Ophthalmic