Ophthalmic Assistant: Diagnostic Tests & Patient Care

Texas Oncology; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Retina Group of Washington, a PRISM Vision Group Partner Practice, is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant in Annapolis, MD. You will support physicians with diagnostic tests, document patient information, and help ensure efficient patient flow in a fast-paced ophthalmic setting.

The role requires attention to detail, compassion, and a commitment to delivering excellent patient care. Travel between offices is required, and compensation ranges from $18.00 to $34.68 per hour based on experience and

Qualifications

• High School/GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• OA-I/OA-II ophthalmic assistant experience requirements: 0-2 years (OA-I) or 2+ years (OA-II).

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient charts for completeness and accuracy.
• Takes ocular and systemic history and records visual acuity.
• Performs tests (OCT, visual fields, photography, pachymetry, biometry).
• Conducts lensometry and refractometry; slit lamp exam with tonometry and anterior chamber assessment.
• Acts as scribe, entering data into EMR or paper charts.
• Administers topical or oral medications.
• Supports office procedures and obtains informed consent.
• Assists patient education and manages patient flow.
• Maintains exam room cleanliness and orderliness.
• Complies with procedures, regulations, and reporting of errors.
• Maintains a positive, professional attitude.

Skills

Accountability

Accuracy

Adaptability

Communication

Empathy

Initiative

Judgment

Reliability

Teamwork

Computer skills

Education

High School/GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Retina Group of Washington, a PRISM Vision Group Partner Practice, is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant in Annapolis, MD. You will support physicians with diagnostic tests, document patient information, and help ensure efficient patient flow in a fast-paced ophthalmic setting.

The role requires attention to detail, compassion, and a commitment to delivering excellent patient care. Travel between offices is required, and compensation ranges from $18.00 to $34.68 per hour based on experience and