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American Vision Partners (AVP) , we partner with the most respected ophthalmology practices in the country and integrate best‑in‑class management systems, operational infrastructure, and advanced technology to provide the highest quality patient care possible. Our practices include Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center, Southwestern Eye Center, Retinal Consultants of Arizona, M&M Eye Institute, Abrams Eye Institute, Southwest Eye Institute, Aiello Eye Institute, Moretsky Cassidy Vision Correction, Wellish Vision Institute, West Texas Eye Associates and Vantage Eye Center. We are focused on building the nation’s largest and most comprehensive eye‑care practices and currently operate more than 100 eye‑care centres in Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, California and Texas – including 25 ambulatory surgical centres.
At AVP we value teamwork, providing exceptional experiences, continuous improvement, financial strength, and hard work. We are committed to providing best‑in‑class patient care, pioneering research and technology, and most importantly, rewarding and recognising our employees!
Overview As an Ophthalmic Assistant, you’ll be responsible for preparing the patient for the exam with the doctor. You’ll gather important medical information from the patient, perform preliminary tests, and gather measurements while providing the highest quality of care and an exceptional patient experience.
Responsibilities
Welcomes patients and visitors with a positive, warm disposition
Keeps doctors’ rooms filled to ensure clinic patient flow
Obtains patient histories through intake assessments, making note of findings in EHR
Performs visual acuity, auto‑refraction, manual and automated lensometry, Goldmann and Tonopen tonometry tests and keratometry on patients
Checks pupils, extra‑ocular muscles, confrontational fields and inserts eye drops for dilation
Runs diagnostic tests such as Immersion A‑scan, OCTs and Visual Fields
Administers colour vision, depth perception and Schirmer’s tear testing as needed
Assists in minor office procedures (lasers, excisions, etc.)
Educates patients on ophthalmic conditions and consent for procedures and surgery
Maintains exam rooms, including cleaning/sterilisation as necessary
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required
At least 1‑year of experience in Ophthalmology preferred
COA, COT is a plus
Detail oriented; reliable and able to multi‑task in a fast‑paced, high‑volume work environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Flexible schedule working Monday‑Friday
Bilingual in Spanish is required
Benefits & Perks Your health, happiness and your future matters! At Vantage Eye Center, we offer everything from medical and dental insurance, significant eye‑care discounts, child‑care assistance, pet insurance, continuing education funds, 401(k), paid holidays, PTO, Sick Time, opportunity for growth, and much more!
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Medical Practices
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Ophthalmic Assistant
role at
American Vision Partners
5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
At
American Vision Partners (AVP) , we partner with the most respected ophthalmology practices in the country and integrate best‑in‑class management systems, operational infrastructure, and advanced technology to provide the highest quality patient care possible. Our practices include Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center, Southwestern Eye Center, Retinal Consultants of Arizona, M&M Eye Institute, Abrams Eye Institute, Southwest Eye Institute, Aiello Eye Institute, Moretsky Cassidy Vision Correction, Wellish Vision Institute, West Texas Eye Associates and Vantage Eye Center. We are focused on building the nation’s largest and most comprehensive eye‑care practices and currently operate more than 100 eye‑care centres in Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, California and Texas – including 25 ambulatory surgical centres.
At AVP we value teamwork, providing exceptional experiences, continuous improvement, financial strength, and hard work. We are committed to providing best‑in‑class patient care, pioneering research and technology, and most importantly, rewarding and recognising our employees!
Overview As an Ophthalmic Assistant, you’ll be responsible for preparing the patient for the exam with the doctor. You’ll gather important medical information from the patient, perform preliminary tests, and gather measurements while providing the highest quality of care and an exceptional patient experience.
Responsibilities
Welcomes patients and visitors with a positive, warm disposition
Keeps doctors’ rooms filled to ensure clinic patient flow
Obtains patient histories through intake assessments, making note of findings in EHR
Performs visual acuity, auto‑refraction, manual and automated lensometry, Goldmann and Tonopen tonometry tests and keratometry on patients
Checks pupils, extra‑ocular muscles, confrontational fields and inserts eye drops for dilation
Runs diagnostic tests such as Immersion A‑scan, OCTs and Visual Fields
Administers colour vision, depth perception and Schirmer’s tear testing as needed
Assists in minor office procedures (lasers, excisions, etc.)
Educates patients on ophthalmic conditions and consent for procedures and surgery
Maintains exam rooms, including cleaning/sterilisation as necessary
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required
At least 1‑year of experience in Ophthalmology preferred
COA, COT is a plus
Detail oriented; reliable and able to multi‑task in a fast‑paced, high‑volume work environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Flexible schedule working Monday‑Friday
Bilingual in Spanish is required
Benefits & Perks Your health, happiness and your future matters! At Vantage Eye Center, we offer everything from medical and dental insurance, significant eye‑care discounts, child‑care assistance, pet insurance, continuing education funds, 401(k), paid holidays, PTO, Sick Time, opportunity for growth, and much more!
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Medical Practices
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