Ophthalmic Assistant - Full Time - First Shift

Dayton Children's Hospital; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Dayton Children's Hospital in Dayton, OH, seeks an ophthalmic assistant to join the Ophthalmology team. This entry-level role supports eye doctors by preparing patients, performing basic tests, and maintaining exam areas.

Requirements include a HS Diploma/GED; an associate degree is preferred, plus 2–3 years of related experience (4+ preferred). Strong computer skills and patient care mindset are essential, with on-site work for full time hours.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED is required
• Associates degree is preferred
• 2-3 years of experience required; 4+ years preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for ophthalmic exams
• Perform standard tests and measurements
• Disinfect equipment and maintain exam rooms

Skills

Basic patient care

Computer knowledge

Direct patient care

Education

HS Diploma/GED required

Associates degree preferred

Job description

Job Details

An ophthalmic assistant is an entry-level ophthalmic professional who works under the supervision of an optometrist or ophthalmologist (eye doctor) to provide patient care. Since an ophthalmic assistant generally sees patients before the ophthalmologist does, they must prepare the patient for the exam, performing standard tests and taking measurements. Assistant may also prepare and disinfect the equipment that the ophthalmologist uses.

Facility

Dayton Children's - Main Campus

Department

Ophthalmology

Schedule

Full time

Hours

40

Education

• HS Diploma/GED required
• Associates degree preferred

Experience

• 2- 3 years required
• 4+ years preferred

Skills

• Basic patient care and computer knowledge required
• Direct patient care preferred