Ophthalmic Assistant — Entry-Level Eye Care Training

US Eye; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) Company Match

Medical and Dental Insurance

Vision Benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Pet Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

US Eye is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant in Mount Pleasant, SC. You will work with ophthalmologists and optometrists to perform eye-related clinical tasks, take histories, and assist in exams. This role emphasizes patient care, empathy, and teamwork within a professional surgical practice.

Full-time position based in Mt. Pleasant with travel to other clinic locations. Prior medical field experience is preferred; High School Diploma or GED required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional environment with a strong customer service focus.
• Experience in the medical field is preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with ophthalmologists and optometrists to provide patient care.
• Take histories, perform procedures and tests, and prepare patients for examinations.
• Conduct tonometry to measure intraocular pressure.
• Measure visual acuity and document results.
• Take and document patients' medical histories and medications.
• Instruct patients on care and use of contact lenses.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Empathy

Self-starter

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

US Eye is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant in Mount Pleasant, SC. You will work with ophthalmologists and optometrists to perform eye-related clinical tasks, take histories, and assist in exams. This role emphasizes patient care, empathy, and teamwork within a professional surgical practice.

Full-time position based in Mt. Pleasant with travel to other clinic locations. Prior medical field experience is preferred; High School Diploma or GED required.