Ophthalmic Assistant

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American Vision Partners (AVP) partners with the most respected ophthalmology practices in the country, integrating best‑in‑class management systems, operational infrastructure, and advanced technology to provide high‑quality patient care. AVP operates more than 100 eye care centers in Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, California and Texas, including 25 ambulatory surgical centers.

As an Ophthalmic Assistant, you’ll prepare patients for examination, gather essential medical information, perform preliminary tests, and gather measurements while delivering the highest quality care and an exceptional patient experience.

• Welcome patients and visitors with a positive, warm disposition
• Keep doctors’ rooms filled to ensure clinic patient flow
• Obtain patient histories through intake assessments, noting findings in the EHR
• Perform visual acuity, auto‑refraction, manual and automated lensometry, Goldmann and Tonopen tonometry tests, and keratometry
• Check pupils, extra‑ocular muscles, confrontational fields, and insert eye drops for dilation
• Run diagnostic tests such as Immersion A‑scan, OCTs and Visual Fields
• Administer color vision, depth perception and Schirmer’s tear testing as needed
• Assist in minor office procedures (lasers, excisions, etc.)
• Educate patients on ophthalmic conditions and consent for procedures and surgery
• Maintain exam rooms, including cleaning/sterilization as necessary

• High School Diploma or GED required
• At least 1‑year of experience in Ophthalmology preferred
• COA, COT credentials are a plus
• Detail oriented; reliable and capable of multi‑tasking in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Flexible schedule:
  Monday‑Friday

Our benefits include medical and dental insurance, significant eye care discounts, child care assistance, pet insurance, continuing education funds, 401(k), paid holidays, PTO, sick time, and opportunities for growth.

Entry level

Full‑time

Health Care Provider

Medical Practices

Location:

Tucson, AZ | Salary: $30,000.00‑$45,000.00 | 2 years ago