Lake Eye Associates - Ophthalmic Assistant

US Eye; Florida; On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) Company Match

Medical and Dental Insurance

Vision Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

US Eye in Florida is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant trainee. You will receive intensive classroom and hands-on training, working with experienced ophthalmic surgeons and optometrists to improve patients’ vision.

You will learn diagnostic testing, assist with patient exams, and develop skills toward a recognized ophthalmic assistant certification in a growing specialty practice. All training occurs in a professional, supportive team setting.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Learn diagnostic testing and exams alongside doctors and technologists.
• Perform basic ophthalmic testing and patient data collection under supervision.
• Assist ophthalmologists and optometrists during patient visits and procedures.
• Work toward internationally recognized ophthalmic assistant certification as training progresses.

Skills

Self-starter

Customer service

Team player

Growth mindset

Education

High school or equivalent

Certification (preferred)

Job description

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JOIN OUR TEAM

OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT

Fromgeneral eye careto ground-breakinglaser cataract surgeryand cosmeticeyelid surgery, Lake Eye Associates offers compassionate treatments for a wide range of eye conditions and diseases. Every treatment is performed and managed by our experienced ophthalmologists and helpful, highly trained staff.We also proudly offer on-siteoptical departmentsthroughout our locations, making us the premier destination for a lifetime of clear and healthy vision.

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, 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 assistant – 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!

Competencies:

• 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)
• Certification (preferred)
• High school or equivalent education

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

• This is a full-time position located in WILDWOOD, 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