Traveling Ophthalmic Certified Medical Assistant

Archon Business Group • Yuba City, CA

10h • Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Directors of Clinical Leadership and Clinical Operations, or the District Manager, the Traveling Ophthalmic Certified Medical Assistant provides essential technical support to optometrists and physicians across multiple clinic sites to ensure efficient operations and high-quality patient care. This role performs diagnostic testing, assists with patient preparation, maintains ophthalmic equipment, and supports clinic workflows to deliver a seamless patient experience. The Traveling Ophthalmic Certified Medical Assistant plays a vital role in ensuring consistent standards of care across sites and must be flexible, professional, and capable of working independently while traveling regularly between clinic locations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified Medical Assistant credentials required.
• Proficiency with ophthalmic diagnostic equipment and electronic health records (EHR) systems preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple sites.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise initiative, and adapt to changing clinic needs.
• Must successfully complete a comprehensive background check as a condition of employment, including prior to any transfer or promotion within the organization.
• Must possess a valid California driver’s license, maintain an acceptable driving record (subject to monitoring through the California DMV Employer Pull Notice program), and maintain active auto insurance.
• Must have reliable transportation to travel between assigned locations.
• Demonstrates cultural competence and contributes to an inclusive workplace where patients and colleagues are respected and valued.
• Exhibits professionalism, confidentiality, and adherence to organizational policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with ophthalmic diagnostic equipment and electronic health records (EHR) systems

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for eye examinations, conducts preliminary tests, records medical histories, explains procedures, and ensures a positive patient experience.
• Performs pre-exam and advanced diagnostic tests, including autorefractor, visual acuity, confrontational fields, stereo/color vision, lensometry, pupil checks, motility, intraocular pressure (IOP), dilation, OCT, fundus photography, slit-lamp photography, and visual fields.
• Assists optometrists and physicians with minor procedures, ensures smooth patient flow, and communicates effectively with the clinical team to support high-quality care.
• Operates ophthalmic diagnostic equipment, performs routine maintenance, and coordinates troubleshooting or minor repairs as needed.
• Accurately documents patient information, testing results, and equipment maintenance in the electronic health record (EHR) system.
• Assists in training new Ophthalmic Certified Medical Assistants on diagnostic tools, workflows, and clinic procedures; collaborates with clinic staff to promote consistency across sites.
• Monitors exam and procedure room supplies, reports inventory needs, and assists with stocking and ordering.
• Follows HIPAA, OSHA, safety standards, and organizational protocols, maintaining strict confidentiality and professional ethics at all times.
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures, quality standards, and confidentiality requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED