Ophthalmic Lead Assistant – Patient Care & Diagnostics

Jobtome; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtome seeks an Ophthalmic Assistant/Scribe to support daily patient care and flow in a busy ophthalmology clinic. The role requires precise eye testing, patient interaction, and coordination with physicians and staff to maintain efficient schedules.

The candidate will perform tests, document histories, and assist with follow-up care and education. A COA or OSC certification is preferred, with BLS kept current, and a High School Diploma is required.

Qualifications

• Education/Skills High School Diploma required.
• Experience 2 years experience in an ophthalmology clinic setting required.
• Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS required.
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) from IJCAHPO must be obtained within 6 months to a year from the hire date.
• Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (OSC) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Advanced understanding of ophthalmic anatomy and ability to efficiently scribe for physician.
• Assist the doctor in patient care, collect patient history, and perform patient education.
• Perform technical workups and testing as directed by the physician.
• Communicate follow-up care, surgery scheduling, and schedule changes to patients.

Skills

Patient communication

Scribing

Ophthalmic testing

Education

High School Diploma

COA Certification IJCAHPO

Tools

BLS

Job description

Jobtome seeks an Ophthalmic Assistant/Scribe to support daily patient care and flow in a busy ophthalmology clinic. The role requires precise eye testing, patient interaction, and coordination with physicians and staff to maintain efficient schedules.

The candidate will perform tests, document histories, and assist with follow-up care and education. A COA or OSC certification is preferred, with BLS kept current, and a High School Diploma is required.