Ophthalmic Assistant: Eye Care Support & Diagnostics

St. Elizabeth Physicians; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No Nights, Holidays, or Weekends

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, and Vision

403b with Match

Opportunity for Career Growth

Job summary

St. Elizabeth Physicians is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to provide clinical support to physicians and APPs. The role includes taking medical history, conducting initial exams, and performing ancillary testing prior to physician visits.

adherence to OSHA/HIPAA and maintaining complete patient records are essential. The position requires progression through OSC within 90 days and COA within 18 months, with responsibilities spanning patient history, testing, charting, and intra-office

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School Diploma/G.E.D.
• Associate will obtain Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (OSC) within 90 days of employment and COA designation within 18 months.

Responsibilities

• Document patient history (vision, glasses, contacts, IOP, refraction, pupils) and prepare for dilated exam.
• Provide patient care by giving clear directions and addressing concerns.
• Perform ancillary tests (OPD, OCT, visual fields, immersion a-scan, Lenstar, pachymetry, refractions).
• Assist with minor in-office surgical procedures under provider direction.
• Maintain supplies and clean/sterilize exam rooms and equipment.
• Ensure complete patient information and revenue forms are filed timely.

Skills

Ophthalmic testing

Patient care instructions

Chart documentation

Education

Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (OSC)

COA Certification

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Tools

OPD

OCT

Visual fields

A-scan Lenstar

Pachymetry

Keratometry

Job description

St. Elizabeth Physicians is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to provide clinical support to physicians and APPs. The role includes taking medical history, conducting initial exams, and performing ancillary testing prior to physician visits.

adherence to OSHA/HIPAA and maintaining complete patient records are essential. The position requires progression through OSC within 90 days and COA within 18 months, with responsibilities spanning patient history, testing, charting, and intra-office