Ophthalmic Assistant

Wilmingtoneye; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilmingtoneye seeks an Ophthalmic Assistant to provide chair-side support to the ophthalmologist, perform diagnostic tests as ordered, and assist with treatments. The role requires attention to detail and teamwork in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities include preparing exam rooms, ensuring equipment readiness, and guiding patients through procedures while maintaining safety and cleanliness. High school diploma and some healthcare experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of healthcare experience; ophthalmology preferred.
• Knowledge of ophthalmic terminology and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side doctor assistance and perform diagnostic tests as ordered.
• Prepare exam rooms and sanitize equipment between patients.
• Operate ophthalmic instruments after training and document results.
• Escort patients to front desk after exams.

Skills

Medical terminology

Exceptional communication

Team player

Organizational skills

Computer literacy

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lensometer

A-scan

Humphrey visual field

Tonometer

Slit lamp

Phoropter

Auto refractor

Schirmer test

Job description

Position: Ophthalmic Assistant
Department: Clinical
Reports to: Lead Ophthalmic Technician/Clinical Manager
Job summary: This individual is responsible for providing chair-side doctor assistance, performing diagnostic tests as required by ophthalmologist, and administering treatment as allowed and ordered by the physician.

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.

Competencies

Communication and Patient Care

• Must be able to accurately operate the following equipment after training:
• Lensometer
• A-scan
• Potential acuity meter
• Humphrey visual field machine
• Automated tonometer machine
• Brightness acuity test machine
• Auto refractor
• Keratometer
• Phoropter
• Mattox wing
• Tonopen
• Statim sterilizer
• Projector
• Slit lamp
• Uses autorefractor and lensometers (automatic and manual).
• Performs visual field tests.
• Performs visual acuity and pinhole tests.
• Perform brightness acuity measurement as requested by the physician.
• Performs Schirmers tests as ordered by the physician.
• Monitors patient flow, ensuring the physician exam rooms are always full.
• Acts as scribe for physician.
• Escorts patients to front desk after exam.

Patient Education

• Reviews the use of Amsler grid testing with patient for at-home monitoring.
• Reviews physician-generated instructions with patient.
• Provides appropriate patient education materials as directed by physician.

Administrative

• Ensure that exam rooms are tidied and sanitized between patients, including cleaning sinks and sanitizing equipment.
• Cleans all lenses used by doctors.
• Prepares for COA/COT/COMT exam.
• And all other duties as assigned.

The area you work in daily is primarily well lit, you will have to work in darkened rooms throughout the day. You will be moving around a lot. Be able to sit when necessary. The use of fine motor movements is essential. The environment can often be loud.