Ophthalmic Assistant

This is a great opportunity to join an established, private, Retina Specialist practice in  New Bern, North Carolina.  We are seeking a full-time experienced Ophthalmic Assistant; certification is a plus, however, is not a requirement. This position requires someone who possesses a positive, energetic attitude while maintaining professionalism in the work environment.  The candidate must also be motivated with a strong work ethic that can perform efficiently and effectively in our busy practice.

 The candidate under close supervision will assist our physicians to perform diagnostic tests necessary for evaluation of patient eye problems.

Primary skills required

Comprehensive Ophthalmic history taking
Visual Acuity Assessment
Obtaining Intraocular pressure by Tonometry
Slit lamp evaluation
Knowledge and history of working with EMR

Special testing skills

OCT
Fundus Photography
Fluorescein Angiography (not required but a plus)

Education

High school education required

Experience Requirements/Preferences

Prefers 2 years working for an Ophthalmologist or an Optometrist

OR

Associate Degree or higher in a relevant medical field

OR

Certification as a certified Ophthalamic Assistant by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO)

Taylor Retina Center is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer commited to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.