OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT I- Optometry
- BLS
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About the job
Responsibilities
The Optometric/Ophthalmic Assistant/Ophthalmic I/II is responsible for providing direct patient care to patients seen in the Optometry or Ophthalmology departments. He or she will ensure the safety and comfort of patients and families according to legal, organizational and professional
standards.
Job Title: OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT, OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT I/II- Optometry
Location: The Woodlands
Department: Optometry
Job Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $46,587 - $74,496 (Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc.)
Qualifications
Education
Required: High School diploma or GED from an accredited program
Preferred:
OA - N/A
OA I - N/A
OA II - Graduate of an accredited Ophthalmic Assistant program
Experience
Required:
OA - Minimum of 1 year of prior experience as a Medical Assistant or Optometric/Ophthalmic Assistant
or
6 months of experience as a Medical Assistant or Optometric/Ophthalmic Assistant if graduated from an
accredited Medical or Ophthalmic Assistant program.
OA I - At least 1 year previous work experience under an Ophthalmologist with ophthalmic certification or
Graduate of an approved vision technology school.
OA II - At least 1 year and 6 months of experience in ophthalmology.
Preferred:
OA - 1 year in optometric setting.
OA I - 2 years of previous work experience under an ophthalmologist.
OA II - Five years’ experience.
License(s)
Required:
OA - N/A
OA I - Certified as OA
OA II - Certified Ophthalmic Technician
Preferred: N/A
Special Skills
Required:
OA - Able to use equipment and related supplies for selected patient population.
CRT experience.
OA I - Able to use NCT, auto refractor, perform gross visual fields and gross motility exam, slit lamp operation,
applanation tonometry, operate IOL master, evaluate pupils, use of OCT/HRT, pachymetry, corneal
topography and Humphrey VF Knowledge and dosage of ophthalmology drops.
OA II - Proficiency with computers.
Able to navigate between multiple applications: able to accurately enter data.
Able to type 30 words per minute.
Able to perform HVG, OCTs, NCT, A-scans, refracting and other diagnostic testing.
EPIC, Slit Lamp exam, sensory motor exam, confrontational fields and fundus photography.
Preferred:
OA - Able to use NCT, Autorefractor, computer related equipment, Lensometer and able to perform K readings.
OA I - Able to Scribe, use portable tonopen,, Goldman VF, Fundus photography, Fluroscein Anniogram,
Immersion IOL.
OA II - EPIC, Slit Lamp exam, sensory motor exam, confrontational fields and fundus photography.
Other
Required:
OA - Current BLS through American Heart Assoc
OA I - Current BCLS through American Heart Association
OA II - Current BCLS through American Heart Association
Preferred:
OA, OA I/II - Windows bases computer skills
Working Environment: Medical Clinic
About Us
Start your career journey and become a part of a community of renowned Healthcare professionals. Kelsey-Seybold Clinic is Houston’s fastest growing, multispecialty organization with more than 40 premier locations and over 65 specialties. Our clinics are comprised of more than 600 physicians and as we continue to grow, our focus is providing quality patient care by adding to our team of clinical and non-clinical professionals that work together in a convenient, coordinated, and collaborative manner. Enjoy the rewards of a successful career while maintaining a work/life balance by joining our team today and changing the way health cares.
Why Kelsey-Seybold Clinic?
- Medical, Vision, and Dental
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Company Matching 401K
- Employee Reward and Recognition Program
- Paid time off for vacation, sick, and holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Continuing Medical Education allowance
From Kelsey-Seybold Clinic's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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