Ophthalmic Assistant – COA, Fast-Paced Eye Care Team

Eye-Site-of-Tampa-Bay; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Eye Site of Tampa Bay is seeking an experienced Ophthalmic Assistant to join our fast-paced eye care team in Clearwater and Trinity, FL. COA certification through JCAHPO is a plus, with 1+ year of experience and superb customer service.

The role supports providers during examinations, conducts tests (AR, OCT, HVF, tonometry, IOL Master, pachymetry), records patient histories, and helps maintain efficient workflows across two locations. Full-time work with travel between offices.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience as Ophthalmic Technician.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Nextech/MDI or other EHR experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination with excellent service and technical training.
• Perform testing (AR, OCT, HVF, Corneal Topography, IOL Master, tonometry, pachymetry).
• Conduct patient work-up based on history and chief complaint.
• Communicate with patients and record history and medications.
• Review past records for provider preparation.
• Perform baseline refractions using Phoropter/Marco.
• Ensure proper authorizations/referrals for additional testing.
• Maintain workflow and see 4-6 patients per hour.
• Prepare exam room and assist patients with setup.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.

Skills

Exceptional customer service

Excellent communication

Compassion for patients

Fast-paced environment

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Organize and prioritize tasks

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Nextech/MDI or other EHR

Job description

Eye Site of Tampa Bay is seeking an experienced Ophthalmic Assistant to join our fast-paced eye care team in Clearwater and Trinity, FL. COA certification through JCAHPO is a plus, with 1+ year of experience and superb customer service.

The role supports providers during examinations, conducts tests (AR, OCT, HVF, tonometry, IOL Master, pachymetry), records patient histories, and helps maintain efficient workflows across two locations. Full-time work with travel between offices.