AEC - Ophthalmic Assistant
About The Position
Albemarle Eye Center is seeking a self-motivated Ophthalmic Technician with a strong work ethic to join its surgical practice. The candidate should have a positive, professional attitude, connect well with patients, treat them with warmth and empathy, work effectively as part of a team, and learn and apply complex concepts quickly. The role involves scribing, patient work-ups, vision testing, refracting, using medical terminology, assisting the physician in the exam room, and performing visual field and OCT testing. The full-time position is based in an unspecified city and state and requires travel to other locations. Albemarle Eye Center provides ophthalmic services including LASIK, LenSx laser cataract removal, oculoplastics, glaucoma treatment, routine eye exams, and contact lens fittings. The practice emphasizes personalized service, quality eye care, and state-of-the-art medical and surgical treatment.
Requirements
- Experience in a professional environment with a strong customer service focus.
- High school education or equivalent.
- Positive professional attitude, strong work ethic, and ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability to learn quickly and apply complex concepts to daily work.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in the medical field.
- Experience with scribing, patient work-ups, vision testing, refraction, medical terminology, assisting physicians, visual field testing, and OCT testing.
Responsibilities
- Scribe for physicians.
- Perform patient work-ups and vision testing.
- Perform refraction.
- Assist the physician in the exam room.
- Conduct visual field and OCT testing.
- Travel to other locations as required.
- Build strong connections with patients and provide warm, empathetic service.
Benefits
- 401(k) company match
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision benefits
- Paid parental leave
- Flexible spending accounts
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
