What are the responsibilities and job description for the Center for Sight -Ophthalmic Assistant position at US Eye?
OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT
About US EYE: US Eye, is a physician-led, patient-centric network of eye care practices committed to providing exceptional patient service through premium technology and unrivaled provider expertise. We are one of the nation’s leading multi-specialty physician groups providing patients with care in ophthalmology, optometry, dermatology and facial surgery. With 50 clinics and 5 surgery centers, led by 95 providers and more than 1,000 team members system wide, we deliver world class care to patients throughout Florida, the Carolinas and Virginia.
About Center For Sight: At the core of US Eye is the platform practice Center For Sight, a market-leading practice with a reputation for providing superior patient service, utilizing state-of-the-art technology, offering innovative procedures, and employing world-class physicians. Center For Sight is one of the nation’s leading multi-specialty physician groups providing care in ophthalmology, optometry, dermatology, and cosmetic facial surgery. With fourteen locations, over 40 providers and the best and brightest team members, Center For Sight is proud to be named the #1 practice in the area.
About US EYE: US Eye, is a physician-led, patient-centric network of eye care practices committed to providing exceptional patient service through premium technology and unrivaled provider expertise. We are one of the nation’s leading multi-specialty physician groups providing patients with care in ophthalmology, optometry, dermatology and facial surgery. With 50 clinics and 5 surgery centers, led by 95 providers and more than 1,000 team members system wide, we deliver world class care to patients throughout Florida, the Carolinas and Virginia.
About Center For Sight: At the core of US Eye is the platform practice Center For Sight, a market-leading practice with a reputation for providing superior patient service, utilizing state-of-the-art technology, offering innovative procedures, and employing world-class physicians. Center For Sight is one of the nation’s leading multi-specialty physician groups providing care in ophthalmology, optometry, dermatology, and cosmetic facial surgery. With fourteen locations, over 40 providers and the best and brightest team members, Center For Sight is proud to be named the #1 practice in the area.
Job Summary: We are seeking a full-time Ophthalmic Assistant with a strong work ethic and desire to have a long-term career with a successful optometric team. The ideal candidate will have experience in patient work-up, visual acuity, refracting, visual fields, OCT, tonometry, and contact lens insertion and removal.
Essential Job Functions:
Essential Job Functions:
- Perform optometric pretesting including, but not limited to, visual acuity, auto-refraction, manual refraction, tonometry, topography, OCT, visual field, manual lensometry.
- Record chief complaint, medications, and medical history.
- Assist patients with contact lens insertion, removal, and care compliance training.
- Assist and provide patients with excellent customer service and any necessary information regarding treatment
Competencies:
- Self-starter with a demonstrated ability to learn and apply complex concepts to their daily work.
- Ability to develop strong connections with our patients, communicating with warmth and empathy.
- Team oriented individual who finds fulfillment in helping and supporting others.
- Motivated and resilient individual who is on a path to grow a meaningful career within a successful comprehensive eyecare practice
Education and Experience:
- Experience within a professional environment with a strong customer service focus
- High school or equivalent education
- CPOA or COA certification preferred.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:
- This is a full-time position located in Fort Myers, FL
- Shifts are scheduled Monday - Friday between 8 am - 5 pm
- Travel to other locations as necessary
Benefits:
401(K) Company Match
Medical and Dental Insurance
Vision Benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts
Pet Insurance
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Continuing Education
Paid Time Off
US Eye provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.