Entry-Level Ophthalmic Assistant — Patient Care & Eye Tests

Riverside Nursing Center of Thomaston; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health System in Newport News, Virginia is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to support non-certified entry-level operations under supervision. The role greets patients, documents complaints, assists with tests like visual acuities and slit lamp, and helps with refills and referrals.

The position emphasizes timely patient care, clear physician communications, patient education, and proper documentation while adhering to HIPAA and safety standards. Grounded in teamwork and technology use.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (Preferred)
• 1 year Ophthalmology/Optometry Office experience (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Performs and records pertinent clinical measures to include Visual Acuities, Refractometry, Application Tonometry, Keratometry, Slit Lamp Exams, Visual Fields, OCT and other ancillary testing under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, Physicians and/or senior level technician.
• Identifies the patients complaint or reason for the visit and assess the patients immediate needs to ensure the patient is seen in a timely manner.
• Communicates and documents essential information to physicians and team members. Prepares referral follow up letters and dictations for referring physicians for the physicians review and signature.
• Facilitates patient education through videos and brochures. Prepares prescription refills for the physician's review and signature. Reviews and answers patient's voicemails and returns calls to patients and pharmacies in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations in dealing with patients and their families or caregivers to project a favorable image of the office and facilitate quality patient care.
• Effectively utilizes technology to increase efficiency including all equipment, Group Management, MedFlow, Electronic Health Record, Electronic Health Record, and Microsoft Office Programs.
• Maintains clean and safe work area. Maintains a working knowledge of facility, OSHA, and HIPPA regulations.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Riverside Health System in Newport News, Virginia is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to support non-certified entry-level operations under supervision. The role greets patients, documents complaints, assists with tests like visual acuities and slit lamp, and helps with refills and referrals.

The position emphasizes timely patient care, clear physician communications, patient education, and proper documentation while adhering to HIPAA and safety standards. Grounded in teamwork and technology use.