Ophthalmic Assistant, Hudson and Eastside

University Hospitals; Hudson (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals is seeking a Technician / Patient Care professional to support ambulatory care teams in Ohio. The role involves assisting providers, collecting patient ocular and medical history, and performing visual acuity tests and essential diagnostic procedures under supervision.

The position requires a High School Equivalency or GED, strong communication skills, and ability to handle a high-stress environment. Travel may be required, and adherence to PHI and UH policies is essential.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of contact lens usage.
• Ability to work independently in a high stress environment.
• Demonstrated skill in interpersonal relationships.
• Use of general office equipment, including telephone, pager, and fax machines. Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists healthcare providers in the ambulatory setting.
• Obtain patient past and present ocular and general medical history.
• Perform visual acuity.
• Perform diagnostic testing under the supervison of physicians and techs. These tests include visual field testing, keratometry, pachymetry, intraocular pressure check.
• Scribing for Physician.
• Provide other patient services and education as requested by the physicians.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Ocular care knowledge

Independent work in high-stress env

Interpersonal skills

Office equipment & basic IT

Education

High School Equivalency / GED (Required)

Job description

• Assists healthcare providers in the ambulatory setting.


• Obtain patient past and present ocular and general medical history.


• Perform diagnostic testing under the supervison of physicians and techs. These tests include visual field testing, keratometry, pachymetry, intraocular pressure check.


• Takes responsibility for self-development and supports a learning environment.


• Uses interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and other customers.


• Provides age specific care to patients from toddlers through elderly.


• Scribing for Physician.


• Provide other patient services and education as requested by the physicians.

What You Will Do

• Assists healthcare providers in the ambulatory setting.


• Obtain patient past and present ocular and general medical history.


• Perform visual acuity.


• Perform diagnostic testing under the supervison of physicians and techs. These tests include visual field testing, keratometry, pachymetry, intraocular pressure check.


• Takes responsibility for self-development and supports a learning environment.


• Uses interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and other customers.


• Provides age specific care to patients from toddlers through elderly.


• Scribing for Physician.


• Provide other patient services and education as requested by the physicians.

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.


• Complies with all policies and standards.


• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.


• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Primary Location

United States-Ohio-Hudson

Work Locations

231 Seasons Road

Job

Technician / Patient Care

Organization

Specialty_Care_UHMSO

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Level

Professional

Travel

Yes, 25 % of the Time

Remote Work

No

Job Posting

Aug 24, 2026, 2:33:15 PM

Education

• High School Equivalent / GED (Required)

Work Experience

• 1+ years experience in an Health care environment. (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Basic understanding of contact lens usage. (Required proficiency)


• Ability to work independently in a high stress environment. (Required proficiency)


• Demonstrated skill in interpersonal relationships. (Required proficiency)


• Use of general office equipment, including telephone, pager, and fax machines. Basic computer skills. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Upon Hire (Preferred)

Physical Demands

• Standing Frequently


• Walking Frequently


• Sitting Rarely


• Lifting Frequently 50 lbs


• Carrying Frequently 50 lbs


• Pushing Frequently 50 lbs


• Pulling Frequently 50 lbs


• Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs


• Balancing Occasionally


• Stooping Frequently


• Kneeling Frequently


• Crouching Frequently


• Crawling Occasionally


• Reaching Frequently


• Handling Frequently


• Grasping Frequently


• Feeling Constantly


• Talking Constantly


• Hearing Constantly


• Repetitive Motions Constantly


• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

Travel Requirements

• 20%