Ophthalmic Assistant: Eye Care Support & Growth

Texan Eye Care pa; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Scrub/ Shoe allowance

Paid Holidays

Company paid life insurance

401(K)

Job summary

Texan Eye Balcones in Austin, TX, is hiring an Ophthalmic Assistant to support ophthalmologists in clinical and administrative tasks. The role involves eye exam testing, patient flow management, and patient education under physician direction.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with preferred one-year customer-facing experience and medical exposure. Hours are typically Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm, with benefits included.

Qualifications

• One-year experience in a customer facing position preferred.
• Medical related experience preferred.
• Proficient in MS Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Proficient in use of internet.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized eye exam testing and streamline patient flow.
• Conduct diagnostic tests such as Visual Aids, OCT, and corneal topography.
• Provide phone support for prescription refills as authorized by the physician.
• Educate patients on medication administration and pre-/post-operative instructions.
• Adhere to HIPAA guidelines to protect patient confidentiality.
• Assist with opening and closing duties and other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Customer service experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Word

Outlook

Excel

Internet

Job description

Texan Eye Balcones in Austin, TX, is hiring an Ophthalmic Assistant to support ophthalmologists in clinical and administrative tasks. The role involves eye exam testing, patient flow management, and patient education under physician direction.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with preferred one-year customer-facing experience and medical exposure. Hours are typically Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm, with benefits included.