Ophthalmic Assistant
Springfield Clinic, Springfield, IL, United States
The Ophthalmic Assistant is responsible for functioning as an assistant to an Ophthalmologist or Optometrist, providing basic direct patient care and performing pre-testing of patients.
Job Relationships
Reports directly to the Operations Manager.
Perform a variety of visual acuity testing, pupillary evaluation and diagnostic tests. Administer eye medications and irrigating solutions under the supervision of the Ophthalmologist or Optometrist.
Obtain basic medical history and chief complaint from patients including past ocular, medical, family and social history utilizing the Eye Institute's electronic medical record system.
Perform basic diagnostic skills and testing, which may include:
Manual/auto lensometry
VEP testing
Pachymetry
Keratometry
Tonometry
Clean and stock exam rooms and nursing station. Complete order forms for replenishment of supplies.
Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.
Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy.
Provide excellent customer service and adhere to Springfield Clinic's Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards.
Perform other job duties as assigned.
Education/Experience
High school diploma required.
Licenses/Certificates
CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire.
Ability to take and pass a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant examination within the first 18 months of employment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Possess general medical knowledge. A basic understanding of ocular anatomy and diseases, familiarity with ophthalmic medications, contact lenses and glasses preferred.
General knowledge of medical equipment and instrument maintenance and calibration.
Medical clinic environment.
HIPAA1
Job Info
Job Identification 8045
Job Category Ophthalmic
Posting Date 02/06/2026, 04:12 PM
Job Schedule Full time
Locations 1025 South Sixth Street, Springfield, IL, 62703, US
FTE (hours per week/40 ie. 36/40=0.9) 1.00
Shift SC_Day
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Comprehensive list of all benefits offered at SC
https://www.springfieldclinic.com/benefits
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Job Relationships
Reports directly to the Operations Manager.
Perform a variety of visual acuity testing, pupillary evaluation and diagnostic tests. Administer eye medications and irrigating solutions under the supervision of the Ophthalmologist or Optometrist.
Obtain basic medical history and chief complaint from patients including past ocular, medical, family and social history utilizing the Eye Institute's electronic medical record system.
Perform basic diagnostic skills and testing, which may include:
Manual/auto lensometry
VEP testing
Pachymetry
Keratometry
Tonometry
Clean and stock exam rooms and nursing station. Complete order forms for replenishment of supplies.
Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.
Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy.
Provide excellent customer service and adhere to Springfield Clinic's Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards.
Perform other job duties as assigned.
Education/Experience
High school diploma required.
Licenses/Certificates
CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire.
Ability to take and pass a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant examination within the first 18 months of employment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Possess general medical knowledge. A basic understanding of ocular anatomy and diseases, familiarity with ophthalmic medications, contact lenses and glasses preferred.
General knowledge of medical equipment and instrument maintenance and calibration.
Medical clinic environment.
HIPAA1
Job Info
Job Identification 8045
Job Category Ophthalmic
Posting Date 02/06/2026, 04:12 PM
Job Schedule Full time
Locations 1025 South Sixth Street, Springfield, IL, 62703, US
FTE (hours per week/40 ie. 36/40=0.9) 1.00
Shift SC_Day
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Comprehensive list of all benefits offered at SC
https://www.springfieldclinic.com/benefits
#J-18808-Ljbffr