Ophthalmic Assistant: Grow with a Premier Eye Care Team

Medical University of South Carolina; Orleans Estates (SC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina’s Storm Eye Institute is hiring for multiple ophthalmic roles (NCOA, COA, COT). You will support clinicians during exams, perform tests, and help manage patient flow in a busy ophthalmology setting.

Opportunities vary by level, with on-the-job training for NCOA and certification paths for COA/COT. BLS certification is required and positions offer weekday daytime shifts across multiple sites in South Carolina.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required for all roles.
• COA or COT certification must be obtained within 12 months of start date (COA/COT track).
• BLS certification required (AHA or Red Cross).
• NCOA: on-the-job training provided; no prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist ophthalmologists during clinical exams and prepare patients.
• Perform basic ophthalmic tests and history taking.
• Maintain infection control protocols and exam room readiness.
• Document clinical findings and support workflow.

Skills

Ophthalmic testing

Basic vision screening

Clinical documentation

Infection control

Education

High school diploma or GED

COA or COT certification within 12 months

Tools

Slit-lamp

Tonometry

Ophthalmic instruments

Job description

Medical University of South Carolina’s Storm Eye Institute is hiring for multiple ophthalmic roles (NCOA, COA, COT). You will support clinicians during exams, perform tests, and help manage patient flow in a busy ophthalmology setting.

Opportunities vary by level, with on-the-job training for NCOA and certification paths for COA/COT. BLS certification is required and positions offer weekday daytime shifts across multiple sites in South Carolina.