Ophthalmic Assistant: Patient-Focused Eye Care Support

FILLMORE EYE CLINIC INCORPORATED; Silver City (NM); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Fillmore Eye Clinic Incorporated in Silver City, NM is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to provide chair-side doctor assistance and perform prescribed diagnostic tests as directed by the physician.

The role requires accuracy, clear communication, and teamwork in a clinical setting, with focus on patient care and efficient exam flow. Full-time position located onsite with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years healthcare setting experience; ophthalmology preferred.
• Knowledge of medical and ophthalmic terminology.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organization with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Uses autorefractor and lensometers (automatic and manual).
• Performs visual field tests.
• Performs visual acuity and pinhole tests.
• Performs brightness acuity measurement as requested by the physician.
• Performs TearLab tests as ordered by the physician.
• Monitors patient flow, ensuring the physician exam rooms are always full.
• Acts as a scribe for physician
• Escorts patients to front desk after exam.
• Provides patient with paperwork as necessary
• Calls in prescriptions for patients
• Performs diagnostic tests as ordered by the physician

Skills

Medical terminology

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2 years healthcare/ophthalmology experience

Job description

Fillmore Eye Clinic Incorporated in Silver City, NM is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to provide chair-side doctor assistance and perform prescribed diagnostic tests as directed by the physician.

The role requires accuracy, clear communication, and teamwork in a clinical setting, with focus on patient care and efficient exam flow. Full-time position located onsite with competitive hourly pay.