Ophthalmic Assistant-Experienced

Eye-Site-of-Tampa-Bay; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Eye Site of Tampa Bay is seeking an experienced Ophthalmic Assistant to join our fast-paced eye care team in Clearwater and Trinity, FL. COA certification through JCAHPO is a plus, with 1+ year of experience and superb customer service.

The role supports providers during examinations, conducts tests (AR, OCT, HVF, tonometry, IOL Master, pachymetry), records patient histories, and helps maintain efficient workflows across two locations. Full-time work with travel between offices.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience as Ophthalmic Technician.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Nextech/MDI or other EHR experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination with excellent service and technical training.
• Perform testing (AR, OCT, HVF, Corneal Topography, IOL Master, tonometry, pachymetry).
• Conduct patient work-up based on history and chief complaint.
• Communicate with patients and record history and medications.
• Review past records for provider preparation.
• Perform baseline refractions using Phoropter/Marco.
• Ensure proper authorizations/referrals for additional testing.
• Maintain workflow and see 4-6 patients per hour.
• Prepare exam room and assist patients with setup.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.

Skills

Exceptional customer service

Excellent communication

Compassion for patients

Fast-paced environment

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Organize and prioritize tasks

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Nextech/MDI or other EHR

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

Eye Site of Tampa Bay is growing! Are you ready to LOVE your job?! EXCITING OPPORTUNITY to become a key member of an outstanding Eye Care professional team. We are looking for an experienced Ophthalmic Assistant(certification as COA through JCAHPO, a plus!). Ideal candidate will have one or more years experience, excellent customer service skills, be motivated by clinical excellence, function as a team player with a positive attitude, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. Two office locations with flexibility to travel to both locations: Clearwater and Trinity, FL. Full-time, M-F, EOE, background check and drug testing.

Core Responsibilities

• Perform as a valued, key team member by assisting providers through preparing patients for examination using excellent customer service talent and technical training.
• Perform testing as ordered by provider (AR, OCT, HVF, Corneal Topography, IOL Master, tonometry, pachymetry).
• Conduct patient work-up appropriate to patient clinical history and chief complaint.
• Effectively communicate with patients, accurately record all aspects of history of present illness and update medications.
• Review past records in preparation of current visit; confirm needed patient records are available for provider review.
• Perform baseline refractions through use of Phoropter/Marco.
• Ensure proper authorizations/referrals are in place if additional testing is required.
• Proactively participate in maintaining efficient workflow through personal effectiveness, seeing 4-6 patients per hour.
• Prepare exam room through proper sterilization per policy, assist patients to exam room, and anticipate provider needs through proper exam set-up.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.

Desired Characteristics

• Exceptional customer service skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Compassion for patients
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to put patients at ease and explain provider instructions
• Relate to a wide variety of people
• Work well with others
• Reliable/Dependable
• Ability to problem solve
• Accuracy, attention to detail
• Computer skills
• Organize and prioritize tasks and workflow efficiently

Education/Experience

• 1+ Year as Ophthalmic Technician
• High School diploma, or equivalent
• Computer experience (Nextech/MDI or other EHR experience, a plus)

Position Requirements

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

May require travel between offices.

Position Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)

Location

Eye Site of Tampa Bay

This position is currently accepting applications.