Ophthalmic Assistant: Patient Care & Eye Diagnostics

Riverside Medical Group - Peninsula - Physician Specialists; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Medical Group - Peninsula - Physician Specialists in Hampton, Virginia, is hiring an Ophthalmic Assistant. This non-certified, pre-entry level position supports the ophthalmology team under supervision, handling patient intake, recording visual acuities, tonometry, and other diagnostic tests, while preparing referrals and dictations.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and about one year in an ophthalmology or optometry setting; familiarity with medical records and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Experience in Ophthalmology/Optometry Office (1 year preferred).
• Familiarity with medical records and office software is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Performs and records clinical measures such as visual acuities and tonometry under supervision.
• Identifies patient needs and ensures timely appointment flow.
• Documents patient histories, prescriptions, and allergies in the medical record.
• Prepares referral and dictation letters for physicians' review and signatures.
• Handles patient voicemails and pharmacy calls timely.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Documentation

Patient education

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MedFlow

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Group Management

Microsoft Office

Job description

Riverside Medical Group - Peninsula - Physician Specialists in Hampton, Virginia, is hiring an Ophthalmic Assistant. This non-certified, pre-entry level position supports the ophthalmology team under supervision, handling patient intake, recording visual acuities, tonometry, and other diagnostic tests, while preparing referrals and dictations.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and about one year in an ophthalmology or optometry setting; familiarity with medical records and