ID 3475 CEP - Ophthalmic Assistant

US Eye•Mount Pleasant, SC

About The Position

Carolina Eyecare Physicians is hiring an Ophthalmic Assistant to support ophthalmologists and optometrists in providing patient care. The role includes hands-on training for candidates interested in building a career in ophthalmology, including learning to perform diagnostic testing and examinations that provide doctors with information used in medical and surgical treatment. The position may offer a path toward advanced, internationally recognized certification. The Ophthalmic Assistant helps prepare patients for appointments, gathers histories, performs eye-related procedures and tests, and provides patients with information and customer service. The position is full-time, based at the home office in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, and requires travel to other locations. Prior medical experience is preferred but is not required; the employer is willing to train the right person.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Experience in a professional environment with a strong customer service focus.
Ability to learn and apply complex concepts to daily work.
Ability to communicate warmly and empathetically with patients.
Ability to work as part of a team and support others.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in the medical field.
Experience in optometry or ophthalmology.

Responsibilities

Work with ophthalmologists and optometrists to provide patient care through eye-related clinical functions.
Take and document patients’ medical histories.
Perform procedures and tests and prepare patients to see the doctor.
Provide patients with excellent customer service and necessary information regarding treatment.
Conduct tonometry tests to measure intraocular pressure.
Measure visual acuity.
Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications.
Conduct visual field tests to measure field of vision.
Instruct patients in the care and use of contact lenses.
Travel to other locations as required.