Ophthalmology Assistant

Summit CityMD

Wethersfield, CT, United States
Perform specialized diagnostic testing
Assist physicians with patient care
Efficient daily operations
The Ophthalmic Assistant supports the clinical team by performing specialized diagnostic testing, assisting physicians with patient care, and ensuring efficient daily operations within the ophthalmology department

Job Summary

  • The Ophthalmic Assistant supports the clinical team by performing specialized diagnostic testing, assisting physicians with patient care, and ensuring efficient daily operations within the ophthalmology department.
  • This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high‑quality patient care in a fast‑paced outpatient environment.
  • VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families.

Matching Summary

The Ophthalmic Assistant supports the clinical team by performing specialized diagnostic testing, assisting physicians with patient care, and ensuring efficient daily operations within the ophthalmology department.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • perform specialized diagnostic testing
  • assist physicians with patient care
  • efficient daily operations
  • high-quality patient care
  • fast-paced outpatient environment
  • maintain and clean equipment

Nice-to-have

  • friendly professional demeanor
  • excellent bedside manner
  • passion for helping others
  • outstanding results and compassionate care
  • positive rapport with fellow employees
  • initiative in accomplishing practice goals

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • JCAHPO Ophthalmic Assistant Certification or COT preferred
  • Strong computer and typing skills (minimum 45 wpm)
  • Flexibility to work full-time hours, including rotating weekends
  • Ability to commute to satellite office locations
  • Bilingual language skills required or preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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