Ophthalmic Assistant, Certified - Duke Eye Center of Cary

Duke Clinical Research Institute; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commitment bonus

Job summary

Duke Eye Center of Cary seeks a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant to provide clinical and technical support to ophthalmologists by performing testing, assisting with patient examinations, and ensuring efficient clinic operations.

The role emphasizes high-quality patient care in line with Duke Health standards, requiring JCAHPO certification and BLS. Join our busy ophthalmology practice in Cary, NC.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of directly related ophthalmology/optometry experience or completion of an accredited Ophthalmic Technician program.
• Certification as Ophthalmic Assistant (JCAHPO) required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary ophthalmic examinations and diagnostic testing.
• Assist providers with patient evaluation and testing in a fast-paced clinic.
• Document patient information, testing results, and clinical findings in the EMR.
• Maintain exam rooms and stock supplies.
• Support instrument processing, sterilization workflows, and infection prevention standards.
• Assist with scheduling and clerical responsibilities.

Skills

BLS Certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

JCAHPO Ophthalmic Assistant certification

Job description

JOB LOCATION

Duke Eye Center of Cary - 2000 Regency Pkwy

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a Ophthalmic Assistant, Certified to provide clinical and technical support to ophthalmologists and eye care providers by performing ophthalmic testing, assisting with patient examinations, and supporting efficient clinic operations. Delivers high-quality patient care while maintaining compliance with Duke Health, regulatory, and patient safety standards.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform preliminary ophthalmic examinations including visual acuity, patient history, tonometry, lensometry, pupil assessment, motility testing, visual fields, color vision testing, and other diagnostic procedures as directed.
• Assist providers with patient evaluation, treatment, and diagnostic testing in a fast-paced ophthalmology clinic.
• Administer ophthalmic medications, including dilating and anesthetic drops, according to physician orders and departmental policies.
• Utilize slit lamp biomicroscopy to observe and document variations from normal ocular findings.
• Educate patients on ophthalmic procedures, testing, medications, and contact lens insertion and removal as appropriate.
• Accurately document patient information, testing results, and clinical findings in the electronic medical record.
• Maintain exam rooms, procedure rooms, and clinical work areas to ensure cleanliness, organization, and readiness for patient care.
• Monitor, stock, and order medical and office supplies as needed to support clinic operations.
• Support instrument processing, sterilization workflows, and equipment maintenance in accordance with infection prevention standards.
• Assist with scheduling, telephone triage, message management, prescription refill requests, and other clerical responsibilities as assigned.
• Demonstrate professionalism and exceptional customer service when interacting with patients, families, providers, and team members.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with all Duke Health, HIPAA, Joint Commission, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in ongoing competency validation, continuing education, and professional development activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational needs.

JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Work requires an education background generally equivalent to a high school education.
• Work requires 1 year of directly related experience in Ophthalmology or Optometry; OR, graduation from an accredited Ophthalmic Technician program.
• Work requires certification as a certified Ophthalmic Assistant by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO).
• Must have BLS Certification.

JOB HOURS

The schedule for this position is day shifts, Monday-Friday, with no weekends or holidays.

$5000 Commitment Bonus for qualifying candidates!

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