CFS - Ophthalmic Assistant

US Eye; Venice (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

US Eye in Venice, FL is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician. You will receive intensive training to perform complex diagnostic tests and assist ophthalmic surgeons and optometrists, helping to improve patients’ vision.

The role offers a path to certified ophthalmic technician status within a professional, team-oriented setting. Candidate must be a self-starter with strong customer service skills and a passion for medical care.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional environment with a strong customer service focus.
• Previous experience in the medical field (preferred).
• High school or equivalent education.

Responsibilities

• Learn to perform diagnostic testing and exams.
• Work with ophthalmic surgeons and optometrists to gather critical medical information.
• Support patients with warmth and empathy during visits.
• Pathway toward internationally recognized certification in ophthalmic technology.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Self-starter

Empathy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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JOIN OUR TEAM

OPHTHALMIC TECHNICIAN
Center For Sight, a market-leading practice with a reputation for providing superior patient service, utilizing state-of-the-art technology, offering innovative procedures, and employing world-class physicians. Center For Sight is one of the nation’s leading multi-specialty physician groups providing care in ophthalmology, optometry, dermatology, and cosmetic facial surgery. With fourteen locations, over 40 providers and the best and brightest team members, Center For Sight is proud to be named the #1 practice in the area.
Job Summary:If you’ve ever dreamed of working in the medical field but you weren’t sure where to start, we have an opportunity for you! As an ophthalmic technician at Center for Sight, you will receive intensive classroom and hands on training that prepares you for a fulfilling career in ophthalmology. Our team works side by side with renowned ophthalmic surgeons and optometrists, improving our patients’ vision and changing lives. This is an exciting opportunity for those who have a passion for helping others, and enjoy working in a professional, team-oriented environment.
In this role, you will learn the skills required to become an ophthalmic technician – one of the most sought after type of medical professionals in the country! We will train you to perform complex diagnostic testing and exams, working side by side with our doctors to provide critical medical information that assists them in providing medical and surgical treatment of our patients. Your training will provide a path for advanced, internationally recognized certification in an exciting and growth field!
Even if you’ve never worked in the medical field before, we would like to hear from you!

• Self-starter with a demonstrated ability to learn and apply complex concepts to their daily work.
• Ability to develop strong connections with our patients, communicating with warmth and empathy.
• Team oriented individual who finds fulfillment in helping and supporting others.
• Motivated and resilient individual who is on a path to grow a meaningful medical career within a successful surgical practice

Education and Experience:

• Experience within a professional environment with a strong customer service focus
• Previous experience within the medical field (preferred)
• High school or equivalent education

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

• This is a full-time position located inVenice, FL
• Travel to other locations as necessary

Benefits:
401(K) Company Match
Medical and Dental Insurance
Vision Benefits
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible Spending Accounts
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off

US Eye is a physician-led, patient-centric network of eye care practices committed to providing exceptional patient service through premium technology and unrivaled provider expertise. We are one of the nation’s leading multi-specialty physician groups, providing care in ophthalmology, optometry, dermatology, and facial surgery. With 50 clinics and 5 surgery centers, led by 95 providers and more than 1,000 team members system-wide, we deliver world-class care to patients throughout Florida, the Carolina's, and Virginia.

US Eye provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws