Ophthalmic Assistant: Elevate Patient Care & Eye Tests

American Vision Partners; Prescott (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Eye care discounts

Child care assistance

Pet insurance

Continuing education funds

401(k)

Paid holidays

PTO

Sick Time

Opportunity for growth

Job summary

American Vision Partners (AVP) is hiring an Ophthalmic Assistant in Prescott, AZ. You will prepare patients, collect histories, and perform preliminary testing to support doctors in delivering top-quality eye care.

You will operate in a fast-paced, patient-focused clinic, maintaining exam rooms and assisting with diagnostic tests and minor procedures while providing exceptional patient experiences.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of ophthalmology experience preferred.
• COA or COT certifications a plus.
• Detail-oriented, reliable, and able to multi-task in a fast-paced clinic.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible schedule, Monday–Friday.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and visitors with a warm, friendly demeanor.
• Prepare the exam room and ensure smooth patient flow.
• Gather patient histories and document findings in EHR.
• Perform visual acuity, auto-refraction, tonometry, and keratometry tests.
• Assist with dilation, pupil checks, and extra-ocular muscle assessment.
• Conduct diagnostic tests such as A-scan, OCT, and visual fields.
• Educate patients about conditions and procedures; obtain consent.
• Maintain clean, sterilized exam rooms and equipment.
• Support physicians during minor procedures as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

American Vision Partners (AVP) is hiring an Ophthalmic Assistant in Prescott, AZ. You will prepare patients, collect histories, and perform preliminary testing to support doctors in delivering top-quality eye care.

You will operate in a fast-paced, patient-focused clinic, maintaining exam rooms and assisting with diagnostic tests and minor procedures while providing exceptional patient experiences.