Ophthalmic Assistant: Diagnostics & Patient Care

Vision Innovation Partners; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Excellent comprehensive benefits

401(K)

Significant eye care discounts

Continuing education allowances

Career growth and development

PTO and holidays off

Job summary

Vision Innovation Partners seeks an Ophthalmic Associate to support our patient care team with diagnostic procedures and routine ophthalmic duties. You will assist providers with eye exams, perform tests, and handle related administrative tasks, with on-the-job training provided.

The role emphasizes patient care quality, growth opportunities, and a benefits package, including PTO, holidays, and eye care discounts, to foster professional development and service excellence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Proficient with MS Office tools (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Willingness to learn and on-the-job training provided.

Responsibilities

• Take medical histories and verify information.
• Perform visual function tests and diagnostic procedures.
• Utilize instruments like Humphrey field analyzer and OCT for eye measurements.
• Notify ophthalmologist of changes in vision or eye health.
• Dilate eyes to prepare for exams.
• Explain correct use of eye drops or medications.
• Assist with contact lens fitting and care instructions.
• Support inventory management and administrative tasks.

Skills

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Humphrey field analyzer

OCT

applanation tonometry

refraction

retinoscopy

Job description

Vision Innovation Partners seeks an Ophthalmic Associate to support our patient care team with diagnostic procedures and routine ophthalmic duties. You will assist providers with eye exams, perform tests, and handle related administrative tasks, with on-the-job training provided.

The role emphasizes patient care quality, growth opportunities, and a benefits package, including PTO, holidays, and eye care discounts, to foster professional development and service excellence.