Non-certified Ophthalmic Assistant Or Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Or Certified Ophthalmic Technician - Storm Eye Institute - Muscp

The Medical University of South Carolina

Charleston, SC, United States
Pyy rate type: hourly; pyy grade: health-22; benef...
Perform ophthalmic diagnostic tests
Assist ophthalmologists during exams
Maintain infection control protocols
Join the region's leading ophthalmic care team at the MUSC Health Storm Eye Institute where innovation meets compassion

Job Summary

  • Join the region's leading ophthalmic care team at the MUSC Health Storm Eye Institute where innovation meets compassion.
  • The role involves performing advanced medical history intake, visual acuity testing, tonometry, and assisting with minor in-office procedures.
  • Basic Life Support certification is required within two weeks of hire, with free training provided by MUSC.

Matching Summary

Join the region's leading ophthalmic care team at the MUSC Health Storm Eye Institute where innovation meets compassion.

Salary

Pay Rate Type: Hourly; Pay Grade: Health-22; Benefits: Free BLS training provided

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Perform ophthalmic diagnostic tests
  • Assist ophthalmologists during exams
  • Maintain infection control protocols
  • Prepare patients for visits
  • Document clinical findings accurately

Nice-to-have

  • Mentor entry-level staff members
  • Collaborative team environment
  • High-impact patient outcomes focus
  • Energetic enthusiastic individuals

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • JCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Technician (COT)
  • Minimum 1 year ophthalmic experience for COA level
  • Minimum 2 years specialized experience for COT level
  • BLS certification within 2 weeks of hire

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