Ophthalmic Assistant

FILLMORE EYE CLINIC INCORPORATED; Silver City (NM); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Fillmore Eye Clinic Incorporated in Silver City, NM is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to provide chair-side doctor assistance and perform prescribed diagnostic tests as directed by the physician.

The role requires accuracy, clear communication, and teamwork in a clinical setting, with focus on patient care and efficient exam flow. Full-time position located onsite with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years healthcare setting experience; ophthalmology preferred.
• Knowledge of medical and ophthalmic terminology.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organization with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Uses autorefractor and lensometers (automatic and manual).
• Performs visual field tests.
• Performs visual acuity and pinhole tests.
• Performs brightness acuity measurement as requested by the physician.
• Performs TearLab tests as ordered by the physician.
• Monitors patient flow, ensuring the physician exam rooms are always full.
• Acts as a scribe for physician
• Escorts patients to front desk after exam.
• Provides patient with paperwork as necessary
• Calls in prescriptions for patients
• Performs diagnostic tests as ordered by the physician

Skills

Medical terminology

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2 years healthcare/ophthalmology experience

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Silver City - Silver City, NM 88061
• Salary Range: $15.00 - $16.00 Hourly
• Title: Ophthalmic Assistant
• Department: Clinical
• Reports To: Technician Manager
• Job Summary: This individual is responsible for providing chair-side doctor assistance, performing diagnostic tests as required by physician, and administering treatment as allowed and ordered by the physician.
• Job Type: Full Time

Responsibilities

• Communication and Patient Care
  • Uses autorefractor and lensometers (automatic and manual).
  • Performs visual field tests.
  • Performs visual acuity and pinhole tests.
  • Performs brightness acuity measurement as requested by the physician.
  • Performs TearLab tests as ordered by the physician.
  • Monitors patient flow, ensuring the physician exam rooms are always full.
  • Acts as a scribe for physician
  • Escorts patients to front desk after exam.
  • Provides patient with paperwork as necessary
  • Calls in prescriptions for patients
  • Performs diagnostic tests as ordered by the physician
• Patient Education
  • Reviews the use of Amsler grid testing with patient for at-home monitoring.
  • Reviews physician instructions with the patient.
  • Provides appropriate patient education materials as directed by the physician
• Administrative
  • Ensures that exam rooms are tidied between patients and at end of day, including sinks and sanitizing equipment.
  • Cleans all lenses used by doctors.
  • Opens rooms, turns on equipment, ensures all rooms are stocked at the beginning of the day.
  • Closes rooms and empties trash at the end of day.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Two years experience in a healthcare setting: ophthalmology preferred.
• Essential Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge of medical and ophthalmic terminology.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Positive team member.
  • Strong organization with attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated computer literacy.