Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (Float) - Ophthalmology
Washington University in St. Louis
Job Description
Scheduled Hours
40
Position Summary
Provides advanced administrative and technical support to an ophthalmologist in a clinical setting. Gathers important medical information and performs visual screening prior to Ophthalmologist's visit with patient.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Must be able to perform all duties of the ophthalmic assistant in addition to the duties listed below.
40
Position Summary
Provides advanced administrative and technical support to an ophthalmologist in a clinical setting. Gathers important medical information and performs visual screening prior to Ophthalmologist's visit with patient.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Must be able to perform all duties of the ophthalmic assistant in addition to the duties listed below.
- Performs kinetic and static visual fields test (Goldman & Humphrey).
- Assists with the clinical work up of patients including a detailed patient history.
- Helps patients understand general office evaluation and physician instructions.
- Performs gross refractions, keratometry, tonography and tonometry.
- Inserts and removes patient contact lenses when necessary; also provides contact lens instruction to patients.
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- Location st louis, mo
- Job Type Full-time
- Category Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
- Posted Date June 30, 2026
- Application Deadline August 09, 2026