Certified Ophthalmic Assistant & Scribe

CHRISTUS Health; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Texas is seeking a dedicated Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician to support physicians with patient care and education.

The role requires strong knowledge of ophthalmic procedures, ability to scribe for ophthalmologists, and accuracy in testing such as visual acuity, OCT, keratometry, and A-scans. A High School diploma is required; COA certification and BLS are preferred. Schedule is 8 AM–5 PM, Monday–Friday; full-time position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Graduate of accredited Vision program preferred.
• BLS required.
• Ophthalmic Assistant COA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meets OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Advanced understanding of ophthalmic anatomy and ability to efficiently scribe for physicians.
• Assist the doctor in patient care, collect patient history, and provide patient education.
• Perform technical workups: visual acuity, keratometry, refraction, OCT, pachymetry, and other tests as directed.
• Perform retinoscopy and A-scan as directed; follow protocol for Special Testing when needed.

Skills

Patient care

Scribing

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Vision program graduate

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Texas is seeking a dedicated Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician to support physicians with patient care and education.

The role requires strong knowledge of ophthalmic procedures, ability to scribe for ophthalmologists, and accuracy in testing such as visual acuity, OCT, keratometry, and A-scans. A High School diploma is required; COA certification and BLS are preferred. Schedule is 8 AM–5 PM, Monday–Friday; full-time position.