Ophthalmic Assistant: Impactful Eye Care & Travel

Houston Eye Associates; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401(K) plan

Life Insurance & LTD

Job summary

Houston Eye Associates is seeking an ophthalmic assistant to support ophthalmologists by performing preliminary eye tests, preparing patients, and assisting during in-office procedures. You will help ensure accurate medical records and smooth clinic flow, with some travel to Pearland as needed.

Responsibilities include stocking exam rooms, preparing charts, and coordinating appointments, while adhering to patient confidentiality and clinic policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification may be required.
• Uncertified Ophthalmic Assistants must obtain JCAHPO COA/COT/COMT within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Stock, prepare, and clean exam rooms.
• Review patient charts for accuracy.
• Prepare patients for physicians' exams and tests.
• Assist with in-office procedures and testing.
• Administer topical or oral medications as directed.
• Assist with scribing and entering exam data.
• Schedule and manage appointments.

Skills

Visual Assessment

Tonometry

Pupil Assessment

Ophthalmic Testing

Refraction

Scribing

Ophthalmic Coding

Ocular Motility Testing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

JCAHPO COA/COT/COMT certification within 1 year

Job description

Houston Eye Associates is seeking an ophthalmic assistant to support ophthalmologists by performing preliminary eye tests, preparing patients, and assisting during in-office procedures. You will help ensure accurate medical records and smooth clinic flow, with some travel to Pearland as needed.

Responsibilities include stocking exam rooms, preparing charts, and coordinating appointments, while adhering to patient confidentiality and clinic policies.