Ophthalmic Assistant - Start Your Eye Care Career

US Eye; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Match

Medical & Dental Insurance

Vision Benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Pet Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Continuing Education

Paid Time Off

Job summary

US Eye in Chesapeake, Virginia is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant. You will receive hands-on training to become an ophthalmic technician, working alongside renowned surgeons and optometrists to support patients' vision care.

This full-time role emphasizes patient service, learning to perform diagnostic testing, and growing within a respected medical practice. No prior field experience required; we welcome motivated individuals who want a meaningful medical career.

Qualifications

• Experience within a professional environment with a strong customer service focus.
• Previous experience within the medical field (preferred).
• High school or equivalent education.

Responsibilities

• Assist and provide patients with excellent customer service and any necessary information regarding treatment
• Assist experienced ophthalmic medical technicians in the maintenance and cleaning of all ophthalmic instruments
• Self-starter with a demonstrated ability to learn and apply complex concepts to their daily work.
• Ability to develop strong connections with our patients, communicating with warmth and empathy.
• Team oriented individual who finds fulfillment in helping and supporting others.
• Motivated and resilient individual who is on a path to grow a meaningful medical career within a successful surgical practice

Skills

Customer service

Professional environment

Team oriented

Education

High school or equivalent

Job description

US Eye in Chesapeake, Virginia is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant. You will receive hands-on training to become an ophthalmic technician, working alongside renowned surgeons and optometrists to support patients' vision care.

This full-time role emphasizes patient service, learning to perform diagnostic testing, and growing within a respected medical practice. No prior field experience required; we welcome motivated individuals who want a meaningful medical career.