Ophthalmic Assistant: Hands-on Eyes, Growth & Benefits

Houston Eye Associates; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing Education (JCAHPO & ABOC)

Holidays & Paid Time Off

Bereavement Leave

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(K)

Life Insurance & LTD

Eye Care Benefits & Optical Discounts

Job summary

Paycom - ATS is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to support ophthalmologists with preliminary tests and patient prep in a clinic setting. The role involves stocking exam rooms, preparing patients, and assisting with in-office procedures.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of ophthalmology experience, High School diploma or GED, and BLS certification. Certification in JCAHPO within 1 year is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or preferred.
• BLS certification is required.
• Uncertified ophthalmic assistants must obtain JCAHPO COA/COT/COMT within 1 year of employment.
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience working with an ophthalmologist.

Responsibilities

• Stock, prepare, and maintain exam rooms and clinic cleanliness.
• Review patient charts for accuracy.
• Prepare patients for exams and perform tests as directed by physicians.
• Assist with in-office ophthalmic procedures.
• Prepare consent forms and clean rooms before/after procedures.
• Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications as directed.
• May act as a scribe; enter exam information into the EMR; order tests and manage refills.
• Assist with letters to patients and referring physicians; support diagnostic testing.

Skills

Visual Assessment

Visual Field Testing

Pupil Assessment

Tonometry

Keratometry

Ocular Motility Testing

Lensometry

Refraction

Retinoscopy

Basic Contact Lens knowledge

Ophthalmic Coding

Scribing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

JCAHPO COA/COT/COMT certification within 1 year

Job description

Paycom - ATS is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to support ophthalmologists with preliminary tests and patient prep in a clinic setting. The role involves stocking exam rooms, preparing patients, and assisting with in-office procedures.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of ophthalmology experience, High School diploma or GED, and BLS certification. Certification in JCAHPO within 1 year is required.