Ophthalmic Assistant: Patient Care & Eye Tests

Shannon Medical Center; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Shannon Medical Center in San Angelo, TX, seeks an Ophthalmic Assistant to support the ophthalmology team. You will greet patients, document histories, collect vitals, and educate patients on ophthalmic care.

You will perform basic tests with ophthalmic equipment, assist during office procedures, and help with room preparation and supplies. Excellent customer service and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS Certification must be obtained within 60 days of start date.
• Preferred: at least one year of experience in a medical office.

Responsibilities

• Greets patients professionally, records vitals and medical history, and educates patients on ophthalmic topics.
• Performs basic ophthalmic tests using equipment such as lensometers, phoropters, auto refractors, tonometers, A-Scan, and corneal graph computer, and records results in patient charts.
• Assists physician with treatments or procedures in the office/clinic; prepares rooms and equipment; handles supplies and orders.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Job description

Shannon Medical Center in San Angelo, TX, seeks an Ophthalmic Assistant to support the ophthalmology team. You will greet patients, document histories, collect vitals, and educate patients on ophthalmic care.

You will perform basic tests with ophthalmic equipment, assist during office procedures, and help with room preparation and supplies. Excellent customer service and attention to detail are essential.