Ophthalmic Assistant

University of Florida Jacksonville Physicians, Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 33,158 - 48,147; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Jacksonville is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant dedicated to assisting in all aspects of an ophthalmic practice. The role involves assisting physicians with in-office procedures and operating various ophthalmic equipment. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED and 1 year of experience in an ophthalmic practice or 2 years of college in the healthcare field. This position offers competitive pay within the range of $24.07-$34.95.

Qualifications

• 1 year in Ophthalmic practice or 2 years college in healthcare field required.
• 2 years college in Healthcare field can substitute for 1 year experience in Ophthalmic practice.

Responsibilities

• Assists physician with in-office procedures, refraction, and slit lamp exams.
• Operates automated/manual visual field analyzers.
• Safely operate ophthalmic equipment, cameras, tonopen, and projectors.
• Possess knowledge of ocular pharmacology.
• Safely triage patients.
• Maintains patient records.

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Ophthalmic Assistant

University of Florida Jacksonville Physicians, Inc.

Jacksonville, FL | $24.07-$34.95 | 2 months ago

Overview

This position requires a professionally multi-skilled individual dedicated to assisting in all aspects of an Ophthalmic practice including clerical duties under the supervision of an Ophthalmologist and a Registered Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Assists physician with in-office procedures, refraction, slit lamp exams.
• Operates automated/manual visual field analyzers.
• Safely operate ophthalmic equipment, cameras, tonopen, slit lamp, projectors.
• Possess knowledge of ocular pharmacology.
• Perform other tasks associated with the clinic operation as assigned.
• Safely triage patients.
• Maintains patient records.

Qualifications

• 1 year - Ophthalmic practice or 2 years college in healthcare field required.
• 2 years - College in Healthcare field can substitute for 1 year experience in Ophthalmic practice.

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent - required.

Additional Duties: Additional duties as assigned may vary.

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