Non-certified Ophthalmic Assistant Or Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Or Certified Ophthalmic Technician - Muscp

MUSC Health Storm Eye Institute

East Cooper, SC, US
Hourly pyy grade health-22; $2,000 sign-on bonus f...
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Perform ophthalmic diagnostic tests
Assist ophthalmologists during exams
Maintain infection control protocols
MUSC Health Storm Eye Institute is seeking candidates for multiple positions within their ophthalmic team, including Non-Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, and Certified Ophthalmic Technician in East Cooper, SC. The roles focus on providing high-quality patient care through various ophthalmic diagnostic tests and assistance during clinical procedures, with opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment

Job Summary

  • Join the region's leading ophthalmic care team at the MUSC Health Storm Eye Institute to treat adult and pediatric patients.
  • The role involves performing a variety of general patient care activities, ophthalmic diagnostic tests, and assisting ophthalmologists during clinical exams.
  • External COA/COT applicants are eligible for a $2,000 sign-on bonus and access to career growth opportunities within South Carolina's premier eye care institute.

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MUSC Health Storm Eye Institute is seeking candidates for multiple positions within their ophthalmic team, including Non-Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, and Certified Ophthalmic Technician in East Cooper, SC. The roles focus on providing high-quality patient care through various ophthalmic diagnostic tests and assistance during clinical procedures, with opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment.

Salary

Hourly pay grade Health-22; $2,000 sign-on bonus for external COA/COT applicants; Free BLS training provided

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Perform ophthalmic diagnostic tests
  • Assist ophthalmologists during exams
  • Maintain infection control protocols
  • Document clinical findings accurately
  • Operate advanced ophthalmic instruments

Nice-to-have

  • Mentor entry-level staff members
  • Enhance clinic efficiency and experience
  • Work with energetic enthusiastic individuals
  • Collaborative group of clinicians

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
  • JCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification
  • JCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification
  • Minimum 1 year ophthalmic experience for COA
  • Minimum 2 years specialized ophthalmic experience for COT
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 2 weeks
  • Obtain COA certification within 12 months of hire for NCOA

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