Ophthalmic Assistant Certified

SSM Health; Town of Sun Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional growth support

Tuition coverage

Flexible daily-pay option

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

SSM Health Sun Prairie is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to support ophthalmologists and optometrists in patient care, testing, and clinical procedures. You will prepare patients, perform vision tests, assist with imaging, maintain records, and educate patients.

Responsibilities include assisting with minor procedures, inventory management, and documentation. A COA certification is strongly preferred, or willingness to obtain within 18 months, with a focus on collaborative teamwork in a

Qualifications

• Experience in ophthalmology or optometry settings is a plus.
• Strong communication and organizational skills required.
• COA certification preferred or willingness to obtain within 18 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist ophthalmologists and optometrists with patient care and tests.
• Perform vision testing and document findings accurately.
• Support with imaging, minor procedures, and instrument maintenance.
• Maintain records, educate patients, and facilitate prescriptions.

Skills

Eye care

Communication

Organization

Team collaboration

Education

COA certification

High school diploma

Job description

It's more than a career, it's a calling

WI-SSM Health Outpatient Center – Sun Prairie, WI

Worker Type: Regular

Job Summary

The Ophthalmic Assistant supports ophthalmologists and optometrists with patient care, diagnostic testing, and clinical procedures. Responsibilities include preparing patients, performing vision tests, assisting with imaging, maintaining records, educating patients, maintaining instruments, and supporting physicians during minor procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist eye care providers in exam and treatment of patients.
• Initiate documentation of chief complaint, history, review of systems, and ocular findings.
• Perform vision testing (acuity, color vision, lensometry, keratometry, tonometry, perimetry, etc.).
• Document provider information and patient instructions.
• Assist with minor surgery procedures and laser treatments.
• Inventory and maintain surgical instruments.
• Complete prescription refill requests with documentation.
• Screen patients for emergency situations and communicate with provider.
• Maintain constant alertness and safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum one year of health care experience.
• COA (Certified Ophthalmic Assistant) certification strongly preferred or willingness to obtain within 18 months.
• Experience in ophthalmology or optometry setting is a plus.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.

Physical Requirements

• Constant standing and walking.
• Frequent use of hearing, vision, and speech for communication.
• Frequent lifting and carrying of objects 0–25 lbs; occasional lifting of 25–50 lbs.
• Frequent reaching, gripping, keyboard use, and data entry.
• Occasional bending, stooping, crawling, kneeling, squatting, and repetitive movements.
• Occasional use of vision to judge distances.
• Occasional driving.

License & Certifications

• Basic Life Support – Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) required within 90 days.
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) – Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO).

Location & Hours

State of Work Location: Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 per week.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and certification support.
• Mission‑driven organization focused on holistic patient care.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Paid parental leave: one week for eligible newborns or newly adopted children (pro‑rated).
• Flexible payment options via DailyPay.
• Upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded.

SSM Health is an equal‑opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.