Ophthalmic Assistant

American Vision Partners; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Eye care discounts

401(k)

Paid holidays

PTO

Child care assistance

Continuing education funds

Pet insurance

Job summary

American Vision Partners in Chandler, Arizona, is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to ensure exceptional patient care and workflow in the clinic. Key responsibilities include welcoming patients, performing preliminary tests, and assisting in minor office procedures. The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma, prefers Ophthalmology experience, and possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills. We offer competitive benefits including medical and dental insurance, eye care discounts, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in Ophthalmology preferred.
• COA, COT certification is a plus.
• Flexible schedule working Monday-Friday.

Responsibilities

• Welcomes patients with a warm disposition.
• Keeps doctors’ rooms filled for clinic flow.
• Obtains patient histories and performs tests.
• Educates patients on conditions and consent.

Skills

Detail oriented

Excellent verbal communication

Excellent written communication

Multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EHR software

Diagnostic testing equipment

Job description

Overview

As an Ophthalmic Assistant, you’ll be responsible for preparing the patient for the exam with the doctor. You’ll gather important medical information from the patient, perform preliminary tests, and gather measurements while providing highest quality of care and an exceptional patient experience.

Responsibilities

• Welcomes patients and visitors with a positive, warm disposition
• Keeps doctors’ rooms filled to ensure clinic patient flow
• Obtains patient histories through intake assessments, making note of findings in EHR
• Performs visual acuity, auto-refraction, manual and automated lensometry, Goldmann and Tonopen tonometry tests and keratometry on patients
• Checks pupils, extra-ocular muscles, confrontational fields and inserts eye drops for dilation
• Runs diagnostic tests such as Immersion A-scan, OCTs and Visual Fields
• Administers color vision, depth perception and Schirmer’s tear testing as needed
• Assists in minor office procedures (lasers, excisions, etc.)
• Educates patients on ophthalmic conditions and consent for procedures and surgery
• Maintains exam rooms, including cleaning/sterilization as necessary

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• At least 1-year of experience in Ophthalmology preferred
• COA, COT is a plus
• Detail oriented; reliable and able to multi-task in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Flexible schedule working Monday-Friday

Benefits & Perks

Your health, happiness and your future matters! At AVP, we offer everything from medical and dental insurance, significant eye care discounts, child care assistance, pet insurance, continuing education funds, 401(k), paid holidays, PTO, Sick Time, opportunity for growth, and much more!