Ophthalmic Associate
Icarespecialists, Lindbergh, PA, United States
Overview
At Vision Innovation Partners, we exist to protect and restore vision. Because Vision is our Mission, everyone at VIP focuses on providing great patient outcomes and experiences. A career at VIP provides opportunities for growth and development, and a culture centered on our Shared Values – PATIENTS.
We are seeking an
Ophthalmic Associate
to join our patient care team. Our ideal candidate is passionate about healthcare and learning. We are willing to provide on-the-job training and experience to the right candidate as they work towards a career path of an ophthalmic technician or scribe. In this role, your primary tasks are to assist the providers with diagnostic and treatment‑oriented procedures and administrative tasks.
Responsibilities What You Will Do:
Take medical histories and verify information
Perform visual function and diagnostic tests, such as applanation tonometry, refraction, and retinoscopy
Utilize tools such as a Humphrey field analyzer and OCT to take eye measurements
Inform the ophthalmologist about changes to a patient's visual acuity and other vision issues
Dilate eyes to prepare patients for their eye exam
Explain how to properly use eye drops or other medications
Explain how to properly use contact lenses
Assist with inventory management
Travel to other locations for coverage, as needed
Qualifications What You Will Bring:
High school diploma or GED certificate
Proficient with MS Office tools (outlook, excel, word)
What we offer:
Competitive compensation package
Excellent comprehensive benefits
401(K)
Significant eye care discountsContinuing education allowances
Career growth and development
PTO and holidays off
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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We are seeking an
Ophthalmic Associate
to join our patient care team. Our ideal candidate is passionate about healthcare and learning. We are willing to provide on-the-job training and experience to the right candidate as they work towards a career path of an ophthalmic technician or scribe. In this role, your primary tasks are to assist the providers with diagnostic and treatment‑oriented procedures and administrative tasks.
Responsibilities What You Will Do:
Take medical histories and verify information
Perform visual function and diagnostic tests, such as applanation tonometry, refraction, and retinoscopy
Utilize tools such as a Humphrey field analyzer and OCT to take eye measurements
Inform the ophthalmologist about changes to a patient's visual acuity and other vision issues
Dilate eyes to prepare patients for their eye exam
Explain how to properly use eye drops or other medications
Explain how to properly use contact lenses
Assist with inventory management
Travel to other locations for coverage, as needed
Qualifications What You Will Bring:
High school diploma or GED certificate
Proficient with MS Office tools (outlook, excel, word)
What we offer:
Competitive compensation package
Excellent comprehensive benefits
401(K)
Significant eye care discountsContinuing education allowances
Career growth and development
PTO and holidays off
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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