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Ophthalmic Assistant; Sandpoint
Job in
Ponderay, Bonner County, Idaho, 83852, USA
Listed on 2026-09-25
Listing for:
Jimmy Jazz
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-25
Job specializations:
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Healthcare
Optometry
Job Description & How to Apply Below
- Location 30544 Idaho 200, Suite 309,Ponderay, , 83852,United States
- Base Pay $18.00 - $25.00 / Hour
- Job Category Staff
- Industry Medical , Ophthalmology , Optometry
- Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
- Optical/Contact lens allowance
- Disability Insurance
- Tenure Bonuses
- Continuing Education Opportunities
We are growing! As an Ophthalmic Assistant, you’ll be at the heart of our patient care experience. You’ll work side-by-side with physicians and clinical staff to ensure every patient receives attentive, efficient, and high-quality care. From diagnostics to documentation, your contributions will help keep our clinics running smoothly and our patients feeling supported.
What You’ll Do- Collect thorough patient histories including chief complaint, health background, medications, and allergies
- Perform key diagnostic procedures: lensometry, refractometry, tonometry (including tonopen), muscle balance testing, pupil and anterior chamber assessments, visual field testing, and more
- Administer and document advanced tests such as OCT, topography, and visual fields
- Assist physicians with injections and minor surgeries, ensuring proper setup and documentation
- Scribe during exams and accurately enter data into EMR or paper charts
- Coordinate referrals, outside testing, and lab work
- Educate patients and assist with medication management
- Maintain exam room cleanliness, stock supplies, and calibrate equipment
- Rotate between three clinic locations based on operational needs
- High School Diploma or GED
- Experience in ophthalmology or a medical office preferred
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Ability to multitask and stay organized in a busy clinical environment
- Professional, friendly demeanor and a team-first attitude
- Sharp attention to detail and accurate documentation skills
- Background check and pre-employment drug screening required
- Flexibility to work across multiple locations and clinical teams
- Training provided for candidates with a strong interest in patient care
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