Ophthalmic Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Support

Washington University in St. Louis; Creve Coeur (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Health insurance

Metro U-Pass transit

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking an ophthalmology administrative assistant to provide clinical and administrative support in a busy practice.

The role includes managing patient records, scheduling, patient check-in duties, and assisting with basic clinical workups such as visual acuity testing and keratometry. The position requires a high school diploma, Basic Life Support certification, and prior medical office experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic Life Support certification required.
• Medical office experience (2 years) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain patient records and schedule appointments in IDX.
• Answer phones, greet patients, verify billing information, and prepare charts.
• Assist with clinical workup including visual acuity, pressures, keratometry, refraction, and EYESYS.
• Instruct patients on contact lens care and handling.
• Maintain inventory, clean instruments, and keep examination rooms stocked.

Skills

Communication

Computer Literacy

Medical Terminology

Organizational Savvy

Patient Care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

IDX scheduling system

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking an ophthalmology administrative assistant to provide clinical and administrative support in a busy practice.

The role includes managing patient records, scheduling, patient check-in duties, and assisting with basic clinical workups such as visual acuity testing and keratometry. The position requires a high school diploma, Basic Life Support certification, and prior medical office experience.