Entry-Level Ophthalmic Assistant: Patient Care & Training

Eye-Site-of-Tampa-Bay; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Eye Site of Tampa Bay is seeking an entry level Ophthalmic Assistant to join our Florida team in Clearwater and Trinity. You will be trained on-the-job to assist our providers and support patient care with excellent service.

The role requires outstanding communication, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Travel between offices is required, and a high school diploma or GED is necessary to apply.

Qualifications

• Required: High school diploma or GED and excellent computer skills.
• Preferred: Medical experience or EHR familiarity.
• Ophthalmic terminology knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist Providers and staff by preparing patients for examination with care.
• Perform ophthalmic testing using diagnostic equipment.
• Review past records and verify patient documentation.
• Confirm patient identity at the time of service.
• Maintain accurate patient records and test results in the EHR.
• Travel between Clearwater and Trinity offices as required.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem solving

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

EHR experience

Job description

Eye Site of Tampa Bay is seeking an entry level Ophthalmic Assistant to join our Florida team in Clearwater and Trinity. You will be trained on-the-job to assist our providers and support patient care with excellent service.

The role requires outstanding communication, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Travel between offices is required, and a high school diploma or GED is necessary to apply.