GEC - Ophthalmic Assistant

US Eye; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) Company Match

Medical and Dental Insurance

Vision Benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Pet Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Continuing Education

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A leading eye care provider in Chesapeake is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant. This role offers training for a fulfilling career in ophthalmology, focusing on patient care and support. Responsibilities include assisting patients, maintaining instruments, and collaborating with medical staff. Ideal candidates should have strong customer service skills and a high school diploma. Benefits include medical, dental, and 401(K).

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a professional customer service environment.
• Experience in a medical field preferred.
• Willingness to learn complex medical concepts.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with information and customer service.
• Help maintain and clean ophthalmic instruments.
• Support ophthalmic medical technicians in their duties.
• Build connections with patients and communicate effectively.
• Work as part of a team to support surgeons and optometrists.
• Pursue growth toward becoming an ophthalmic technician with training.

Skills

Customer service

Ability to communicate with warmth and empathy

Resilience and motivation

Teamwork orientation

Education

High school or equivalent education

Tools

Ophthalmic instruments maintenance

Job description

JOIN OUR TEAM

OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT

About US EYE: 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 patients with 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 Carolinas and Virginia.

At Griffey Eye Care & Laser Center: Located in Chesapeake, Virginia, our doctors and staff are dedicated to providing you with the most thorough, gentle, and modern service for your eye care needs. With over 50 years of combined service and experience in coastal Virginia as well as North Carolina we are dedicated to helping you see clearly. Our highly trained staff provide our patients with the most up-to-date technical and surgical techniques, with a personal touch. We take the time to ensure that each of our patients are fully informed of their options regarding cataract surgery, glaucoma treatment, vision correction, PRK or LASIK Surgery, eyeglasses, contact lenses, preventative or ongoing care, and whatever is needed to ensure the best eye care possible. At Griffey Eye Care, your eyes are our focus.

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 assistant at Griffey Eye Care, you will receive 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!

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist and provide patients with excellent customer service and any necessary information regarding treatment
• Assist experienced ophthalmic medical technicians in the maintenance and cleaning of all ophthalmic instruments
• 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 in Chesapeake, VA.
• Travel to other locations as necessary

Benefits:

• 401(K) Company Match
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Vision Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pet Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Continuing Education
• Paid Time Off

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.