Ophthalmic Assistant

Nmble Medical; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Nmble Medical in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced Ophthalmic Assistant to join a growing ophthalmology practice. You will greet patients, obtain history, and support technicians in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment.

This role offers exposure to advanced testing (tonometry, refraction, OCT) and long-term career growth working alongside respected physicians across multiple clinic locations. Strong EMR skills and the ability to travel between clinics are a plus; COA/COT and BLS

Qualifications

• Strong computer and EMR skills required.
• Minimum 6 months ophthalmology or optometry experience.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Greet and room patients while obtaining vision history and chief complaints.
• Document medical history, medications, allergies, and patient information in the EMR.
• Perform ophthalmic testing including tonometry, refraction, keratometry, pachymetry, ocular motility testing, lensometry, and other diagnostic testing as needed.
• Complete specialty testing such as OCT, topography, Pentacam, visual fields, and biometry.
• Assist providers with exams, treatments, and in-office procedures.
• Serve as a medical scribe when needed.
• Educate patients and answer questions regarding care plans.
• Schedule appointments, procedures, and surgeries.
• Maintain accurate documentation and manage EMR work queues.
• Support efficient patient flow in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Skills

EMR proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

COA certification

COT certification

BLS certification

Tools

Epic experience

Job description

Are you an experienced Ophthalmic Assistant looking to join a growing, patient-focused ophthalmology practice? We are partnering with a leading specialty healthcare organization to identify skilled Ophthalmic Assistants for opportunities throughout the Charlotte market.

This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside highly respected physicians, expand your ophthalmic skillset, and position yourself for long-term career growth with a premier healthcare organization.

What You'll Do

• Greet and room patients while obtaining vision history and chief complaints
• Document medical history, medications, allergies, and patient information in the EMR
• Perform ophthalmic testing including:
• Tonometry
• Refraction
• Keratometry
• Pachymetry
• Ocular motility testing
• Lensometry
• And other diagnostic testing as needed
• Complete specialty testing such as OCT, topography, Pentacam, visual fields, and biometry
• Assist providers with exams, treatments, and in-office procedures
• Serve as a medical scribe when needed
• Educate patients and answer questions regarding care plans
• Schedule appointments, procedures, and surgeries
• Maintain accurate documentation and manage EMR work queues
• Support efficient patient flow in a fast-paced clinical environment

What We're Looking For

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 6 months of Ophthalmology or Optometry experience
• Comfortable working in a high-volume clinical setting
• Ability to travel between clinic locations as needed
• Strong computer and EMR skills

Preferred:

• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)
• Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT)
• Epic experience
• BLS certification

Schedule

• Monday-Friday
• Shifts scheduled between 7:30 AM and 5:00 PM

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Opportunity to work with leading ophthalmology specialists
• Exposure to advanced ophthalmic testing and procedures
• Multiple clinic locations throughout the Charlotte area
• Growing organization with long-term advancement opportunities

If you have ophthalmology or optometry experience and are looking for your next opportunity in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment, we'd love to connect with you.