Ophthalmic Assistant

US Eye•Sarasota, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Center For Sight is hiring an ophthalmic technician for its Sarasota, Florida practice. The role offers intensive classroom and hands-on training for people interested in beginning a career in ophthalmology, including applicants without prior medical-field experience. The technician works alongside ophthalmic surgeons and optometrists to support patient care and learn to perform diagnostic testing and examinations. The information gathered helps physicians determine medical and surgical treatment for patients. Training can provide a path toward advanced, internationally recognized certification. This is a full-time, Monday-through-Friday position, scheduled from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with no weekends or approved holidays. Travel to other locations may be necessary.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent.
Experience in a professional environment with a strong customer-service focus.
Ability to learn and apply complex concepts in daily work.
Ability to develop strong connections with patients and communicate with warmth and empathy.
Team-oriented approach and motivation to help and support others.
Motivation and resilience to grow a medical career within a surgical practice.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in the medical field.

Responsibilities

Complete classroom and hands-on training to develop ophthalmic technician skills.
Perform diagnostic testing and examinations alongside doctors.
Provide critical medical information to assist physicians with medical and surgical treatment of patients.
Communicate with patients warmly and empathetically.
Work collaboratively with the team and support others.
Travel to other locations as necessary.