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“Non-Certified Ophthalmic Assistant OR Certified Ophthalmic Assistant OR Certified Ophthalmic Technician at The E-verify Program. Skills: ophthalmic care, ophthalmic diagnostic tests, patient care. Performs a variety of general patient care activities and ophthalmic diagnostic tests. assists ophthalmologists during clinical exams”
What You'll Achieve.
enhance patient outcomes; efficient patient care and workflow; high standards of patient care and clinic readiness; overall clinic efficiency and experience
Industry & Context.
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What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High school diploma or equivalent (GED), On the job training!!, COA required within 12 months of hire, Basic Life Support certification required within 2 weeks of hire, Minimum of 1 year of ophthalmic experience, completion of a certified assistant program or equivalent, JCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA), Minimum of 2 years of specialized ophthalmic experience, completion of a certified technician program, JCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT)
Nice to Have
external COA/COT applicants
What You'll Do.
Performs a variety of general patient care activities and ophthalmic diagnostic tests
assists ophthalmologists during clinical exams
preparing patients for visits
collecting medical histories
performing basic vision screenings
supporting the clinical team with administrative and procedural tasks to ensure efficient patient care and workflow
Performs advanced medical history intake and a range of ophthalmic diagnostic tests
Administers dilation drops
assists with minor in-office procedures
documents clinical findings in the patient’s medical record
Ensures exam rooms are fully prepared
maintains equipment and instruments
follows infection control and sterilization protocols
Provides patient support and helps manage clinical communication
Performs all COA-level functions with increased autonomy and technical proficiency
Conducts complex diagnostic testing
operates advanced ophthalmic instruments
may assist with intravitreal injections and post-operative care
Leads clinical workflow
mentors entry-level staff
ensures high standards of patient care and clinic readiness
Serves as a liaison between ophthalmologists and patients
enhancing overall clinic efficiency and experience
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
collaborative group of clinicians; supporting the clinical team; Serves as a liaison between ophthalmologists and patients
Communication Scope
clinical communication; Serves as a liaison between ophthalmologists and patients
Full Job Description
**Job Description Summary** Join the region’s leading ophthalmic care team at the MUSC Health Storm Eye Institute, where innovation meets compassion. We are currently hiring for multiple levels within our ophthalmic team, including Non-Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (NCOA), Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA), and Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT). Storm Eye Institute treats adult and pediatric patients across a wide spectrum of conditions—from routine eye exams to highly specialized surgical care. As part of our team, you'll work with a collaborative group of clinicians in a high-impact setting where your skills directly enhance patient outcomes. **Entity** Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) **Worker Type** Employee **Worker Sub-Type** Regular **Cost Center** CC000683 CHS - Storm Eye Clinics (Main) **Pay Rate Type** Hourly **Pay Grade** Health-20 **Scheduled Weekly Hours** 40 **Work Shift** **Job Description** Job Description ### _$2,000 Sign-On for COA External Applicants_ ### **Job Summary/Purpose** **Non-Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (NCOA):** Performs a variety of general patient care activities and ophthalmic diagnostic tests and assists ophthalmologists during clinical exams. Responsibilities include preparing patients for visits, collecting medical histories, performing basic vision screenings, and supporting the clinical team with administrative and procedural tasks to ensure efficient patient care and workflow. **Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA):** Performs advanced medical history intake and a range of ophthalmic diagnostic tests including visual acuity, color vision, tonometry, and basic slit-lamp exams. Administers dilation drops, assists with minor in-office procedures, and documents clinical findings in the patient’s medical record. Ensures exam rooms are fully prepared, maintains equipment and instruments, and follows infection control and sterilization protocols. Provides patient support and helps manage clinical communication.
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