Ophthalmic Assistant — Precision Eye Care Support

PRISM Vision Group; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Millenium Eye Associates, part of Prism Vision Group, seeks an Ophthalmic Assistant to perform measurements and tests, document results, and support physicians in diagnosis and treatment planning. The role emphasizes accuracy, patient service, and adherence to standards and regulations.

The position involves history-taking, ocular testing (OCT, visual fields, photography), scribe duties, and assisting with medication administration while ensuring efficient patient flow and clean exam rooms.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Graduate or GED. Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline preferred.
• OA1 Experience: 0-2 years ophthalmic assistant experience
• OAII Experience: 2+ years ophthalmic assistant experience

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient charts to ensure completeness and accuracy of information.
• Takes ocular and systemic history and records visual acuity.
• Performs testing for exam scheduled, patient history and requests (e.g., OCT, fields, photography).
• Assists with documenting data in EMR or paper charts as scribe.
• Administers topical ophthalmic or oral medications.
• Maintains patient flow and exam room cleanliness throughout the day.

Skills

Accountability

Accuracy

Adaptability

Communication

Empathetic

Initiative

Judgment

Reliability

Team Player

Computer skills

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline preferred

Job description

Millenium Eye Associates, part of Prism Vision Group, seeks an Ophthalmic Assistant to perform measurements and tests, document results, and support physicians in diagnosis and treatment planning. The role emphasizes accuracy, patient service, and adherence to standards and regulations.

The position involves history-taking, ocular testing (OCT, visual fields, photography), scribe duties, and assisting with medication administration while ensuring efficient patient flow and clean exam rooms.