Ophthalmic Assistant — Onsite Imaging & Patient Care

Regional Cancer Care Associates; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

NJRetina in Jersey City, NJ is hiring an Ophthalmic Assistant for an onsite, nonexempt role within Prism Vision Group. The incumbent conducts tests and measurements that support diagnosis and treatment planning, documents meticulously, and provides excellent patient services.

The role involves patient history-taking, performing OCT and other tests, scribing, medication administration, and ensuring smooth patient flow throughout the day. Education and experience requirements are listed above.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• OA1/OAII ophthalmic assistant experience levels specified in posting; 0–2 years for OA1 and 2+ years OAII.

Responsibilities

• Review patient charts for completeness and accuracy.
• Record ocular and systemic history and visual acuity.
• Perform tests such as OCT, visual fields, photography, pachymetry, biometry.
• Conduct lensometry, refractometry, slit lamp exam and tonometry.
• Assist physician and act as scribe; document in EMR.

Skills

Accuracy

Communication

Adaptability

Empathetic

Initiative

Judgment

Reliability

Team Player

Relevant computer skills

Education

High School or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Ophthalmic testing devices

Job description

NJRetina in Jersey City, NJ is hiring an Ophthalmic Assistant for an onsite, nonexempt role within Prism Vision Group. The incumbent conducts tests and measurements that support diagnosis and treatment planning, documents meticulously, and provides excellent patient services.

The role involves patient history-taking, performing OCT and other tests, scribing, medication administration, and ensuring smooth patient flow throughout the day. Education and experience requirements are listed above.