Ophthalmic Assistant: Clinic Admin & Vision Care Support

Washington University in St. Louis; Creve Coeur (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Health insurance

Transit pass

403(b) retirement plan

Wellness resources

Caregiver leave

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis seeks an administrative/clinical assistant to support an ophthalmologist in a busy clinical setting. You will manage patient records, schedules, and front-desk duties, and assist with exam prep and basic ophthalmic testing.

The role requires a high school diploma, BLS certification, and at least two years in a medical office. Familiarity with IDX and strong communication are a plus; a supportive team environment is offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a medical office setting.

Responsibilities

• Maintains patient records and schedules appointments in IDX.
• Answers phones, greets patients, verifies billing information and prepares charts for visits.
• Assists with ophthalmic work ups and basic testing (visual acuity, pressures, keratometry, autorefraction, color vision).
• Instructs patients on contact lens care and handling.
• Maintains inventory and cleans instruments; keeps exam rooms stocked.

Skills

Communication

Computer Literacy

Medical Terminology

Organizational Savvy

Patient Care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

IDX

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis seeks an administrative/clinical assistant to support an ophthalmologist in a busy clinical setting. You will manage patient records, schedules, and front-desk duties, and assist with exam prep and basic ophthalmic testing.

The role requires a high school diploma, BLS certification, and at least two years in a medical office. Familiarity with IDX and strong communication are a plus; a supportive team environment is offered.