Ophthalmic Technician (COT/COA) – Entry-Level, On-the-Job Training

C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina’s Storm Eye Institute seeks an ophthalmic assistant to perform advanced history taking, eye examinations, and assist with surgical procedures. You will maintain accurate patient records, prepare exam rooms, and ensure all equipment is properly sterilized.

Position requires a high school diploma or GED, COA/COT certification within 12 months, and BLS certification within 2 weeks of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must obtain COA or COT certification within 12 months of start date.
• Current American Heart Association BLS or Red Cross BLS certification required within 2 weeks of hire.
• No prior experience necessary; on-the-job training provided.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced medical history and assess visual function.
• Conduct ophthalmic tests: visual acuity, slit-lamp exams, visual fields, color vision, refractometry, keratometry, tonometry.
• Assist with office surgical procedures and maintain medical records.
• Prepare exam rooms and sterilize instruments; ensure equipment is in order.
• Screen patient calls and questions; adhere to guest-relations policy.

Skills

Patient care

Medical history

Ophthalmic tests

Sterilization prep

Medical record keeping

Phone screening

Education

High school diploma or GED

COA or COT certification

On-the-job training

Job description

Medical University of South Carolina’s Storm Eye Institute seeks an ophthalmic assistant to perform advanced history taking, eye examinations, and assist with surgical procedures. You will maintain accurate patient records, prepare exam rooms, and ensure all equipment is properly sterilized.

Position requires a high school diploma or GED, COA/COT certification within 12 months, and BLS certification within 2 weeks of hire.