Ophthalmic Assistant Full Time
- Full-time
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open ophthalmic technician jobs in Texas post a median of $19.50 an hour, the middle half $17.50–$21.38, across 8 jobs that state their pay. Ophthalmic technicians employed in Texas earn a median of $20.98 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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Now Hiring: Key Whitman Eye Center - Dallas, TX
Join our fast-paced, patient-facing clinic where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make a difference! If you thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy working on your feet, and are passionate about providing excellent patient care, we would love for you to apply. We are located at:
11442 N. Central Expressway, Dallas, TX 75243
JOB TITLE: Ophthalmic Assistant
POSITION SUMMARY
The role of the Ophthalmic Assistant is to work relatively close with the clinic physicians to perform basic, advanced, and complex functions. The Ophthalmic Assistant will document the patient’s medical record and to input any recommended treatment and/or procedures that may be performed by the doctor
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
- Obtains accurate patient history
- Performs lensometry
- Performs diagnostic testing of the eye while having a basic understanding and knowledge of these tests such as HVF, HRT, IOLmaster, biopen and basic fundus photography
- Obtains accurate visual acuities with basic optics understanding
- Demonstrates ability to perform functional ocular measurements of the eye such as color vision testing, B AT testing, schirmer tests and Amsler grid tests
- Demonstrates ability to perform accurate and repeat able refractometry
- Administers topical ophthalmic medications
- Performs accurate tonometry by tonopen or applanation
- Maintains and sterilizes surgical instructions
- Assists physicians with the instillation of punctual plugs
- Verbalizes post operative instructions in a clear and professional manner to patients for any procedure performed at Key-Whitman Eye Center
- Understanding basic ocular pharmacology; names of meds and their uses
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES)
- Minimum 1 Year Medical/Ophthalmic Scribe experience preferred
- High School Diploma or GED
- Some college coursework or Associates degree preferred
- JCAHPO certification preferred
- CPR preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skill
- Able to think quickly and be attentive
- Be able to work in a fast paced, team environment
- Communicate effectively with patients, physicians and staff members
- Must demonstrate commitment to ongoing educations and uphold to the highest ethical principles of maintaining confidentiality
- Proficient in EMR and computer literacy
- Well organized and attentive to detail
- Proficiency in a second language highly desirable
- HIPAA knowledge and compliance
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
- Life Insurance
- PTO
- 401(k) retirement plan with a company match
- And more!
Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer
From Key-Whitman Eye Center's job posting, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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