Ophthalmic Assistant: Eye Care & Diagnostic Specialist

1012 Lehigh Valley Physician Group - Lehigh; Bethlehem Township (PA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking an ophthalmic medical assistant to support ophthalmologists and optometrists in patient care. You will conduct preliminary assessments, explain procedures, and prepare patients for exams, while managing instrument maintenance and basic eye tests.

Responsibilities include assisting with appointments, refills, refraction and tonometry, and minor procedures. Comfort with fast-changing healthcare settings and strong infection control practice are essential.

Qualifications

• Specialized Diploma Medical Assistant/Administrative Medical Assistant or Ophthalmic experience.
• 1 year medical office or ophthalmic experience.
• Ability to adapt to change within a healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of infection control procedures and safety precautions.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania

Responsibilities

• Assists with appointments and telephone screening activities.
• Communicates with pharmacies regarding prescription refills and records prescriptions in patient charts.
• Perform basic slit lamp examinations and basic ocular motility testing.
• Administers ophthalmic drops and ointments; applies ocular dressings and shields.
• Assists in measuring prescription glasses (refractometry) and measuring eye pressure (tonometry).
• Assists with minor surgical procedures, intraocular injections, and laser treatments in exam/treatment room including prepping patients for sterile procedures.
• Assists with contact lens fitting and patient instructions; prepares for/assists with in-office procedures.
• Ensures adequate inventory of medical supplies, educational materials, and medications for patients care.
• Maintains ophthalmic instruments and equipment per policy and procedures.

Skills

Medical Assistant

Ophthalmic experience

Infection control

BLS certified

Education

Specialized Diploma Medical Assistant

Tools

Slit lamp

Tonometry

Ophthalmic instruments

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking an ophthalmic medical assistant to support ophthalmologists and optometrists in patient care. You will conduct preliminary assessments, explain procedures, and prepare patients for exams, while managing instrument maintenance and basic eye tests.

Responsibilities include assisting with appointments, refills, refraction and tonometry, and minor procedures. Comfort with fast-changing healthcare settings and strong infection control practice are essential.