Ophthalmic Assistant- Dr. Rastogi, Mooresville- 32 hrs weekly

Charlotte Eye Ear Nose And Throat Associates Pa; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte Eye Ear Nose And Throat Associates Pa is seeking a compassionate Ophthalmic Assistant to support our Providers in delivering high-quality patient care. You will perform clinical testing, assist with exams and procedures, and help keep our busy ophthalmic clinics running smoothly.

You’ll greet patients, take histories, document in the EHR, schedule visits, and ensure rooms are prepared. The ideal candidate has 6 months to 1 year in ophthalmology, a HS diploma, and ICA-accredited

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 6 months to 1 year of ophthalmology or optometry experience preferred.
• ICA-accredited training or IJCAHPO/AAO program is desired.
• COA or COT certification is a plus.
• Willingness to travel between CEENTA locations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Greet, room, and perform patient intake and history documentation.
• Conduct comprehensive ophthalmic testing and measurements.
• Assist Providers with exams, treatments, and in-office procedures.
• Serve as a scribe and document findings in the EHR.
• Schedule appointments and procedures; manage clinic calendars.
• Prepare and sterilize rooms; maintain OSHA standards.
• Maintain supply inventory and place orders when needed.
• Support onboarding and training of new staff.
• Travel to other CEENTA locations as required.

Skills

Ophthalmic testing

EHR documentation

Patient interaction

Clinical assisting

Education

High school diploma or GED

ICA-accredited training

COA or COT certification

Tools

EHR software

Job description

Why Join CEENTA?CEENTA is the premier eye, ear, nose, and throat group in the Carolinas. You’ll join a supportive, mission‑driven team committed to providing exceptional patient care and a collaborative clinical environment.CEENTA is seeking a compassionate and detail‑oriented Ophthalmic Assistant to support our Providers in delivering high‑quality patient care. In this role, you’ll perform clinical testing, assist with exams and procedures, and help keep our busy ophthalmic clinics running smoothly.What you will do:Greet, room, and perform patient intake, including vision history and chief complaintsObtain and document medical/surgical history, chief complaint, HPI, vital signs, medications, and allergies in the EHR.Perform comprehensive ophthalmic workups, including visual acuity, confrontation visual fields, pupil assessment, tonometry, keratometry, ocular motility, refraction, pachymetry, lensometry, glare testing, color plates, stereo testing, Amsler grid, and Schirmer testing.Complete specialty testing such as OCT, visual fields, topography, Pentacam, and biometry.Assist the Provider with exams, treatments, and in‑office procedures; administer medications as directed.Serve as a scribe when needed, ensuring accurate and timely documentation.Provide patient education and respond to patient questions and messages through phone or EHR.Schedule patient appointments, in‑office procedures, and surgeries; maintain Provider schedules.Manage work queues and index clinical documents into the EHR.Clean and restock exam rooms; sterilize equipment and maintain OSHA‑compliant safety standards.Maintain clinic supply inventory and place orders when needed.Support the onboarding and training of new staff and apprentices.Collaborate with Providers and clinical team members to ensure efficient patient flow and high‑quality care.Travel to other CEENTA locations as needed.A Typical DayYou’ll welcome patients, complete diagnostic testing, assist Providers with exams and procedures, document findings in the EHR, prepare rooms and equipment, schedule services, respond to patient messages, and help keep the clinic running efficiently.Build advanced testing and procedural skills, cross‑train with leading subspecialists, and help us deliver efficient, high‑quality care to every patient, every visit.Schedule:Shifts are scheduled between 7:30a-5:00p Mon–Fri; occasional early or late clinic rotation pending provider’s schedule.Ready to Apply?Join a leading eye care team and build your future in ophthalmology careers in Charlotte. Apply today.What you’ll bringEducation & Experience:• High school diploma or equivalent, required• Minimum of 6 months to 1 year of experience in Ophthalmology or Optometry, required.Preferred:ICA‑accredited training or IJCAHPO/AAO independent study program.COA or COT certification.BLS certification preferred.Dependable to travel between sites when needed.