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Ophthalmic Assistant II - Ophthalmology
UTHealth Houston —Houston, TX
- $42,192 - $63,288 a year
- Background check
- Anatomy knowledge
- Surgery
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Mann Eye Institute —Sugar Land, TX
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Surgery
- Mid-level
- Clinic
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Retina & Vitreous of Texas —Bellaire, TX
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Travel
- Medical-Surgical
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Ophthalmic Technician I
Houston Retina Associates —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Medical-Surgical
- Communication skills
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Ophthalmic Technician I
Eye Center of Texas —Bellaire, TX
- Full-time
- High school
- High school diploma or GED
- Clinic
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Ophthalmic Technician II
Eye Center of Texas —Bellaire, TX
- Full-time
- High school
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Optometric Technician
South Shore Eye Center —League City, TX
- Word processing
- HIPAA
- Mid-level
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Houston Eye Associates —League City, TX
- Part-time
- BLS Certification
- HIPAA
- Outpatient experience
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Cy Fair Eye Care —Cypress, TX
- Word processing
- HIPAA
- Mid-level
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Ophthalmic Assistant II - Ophthalmology

UTHealth Houston -
Houston, TX

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Job Details

$42,192 - $63,288 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Pension plan
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discount
403(b)
Gym membership
Life insurance

Qualifications

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
BLS Certification
Ophthalmology
Clinic experience
High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in.

UTHealth Houston Ophthalmology is hiring for an Ophthalmic Assistant II to join their team of professionals. The OA II will be responsible for ophthalmic workups, patient history, answering patient messages, and more. The Certified Ophthalmic Assistant II assists physicians by providing patient care by preparing patients for examination and diagnostic testing.

Location: 6400 Fannin, Houston, Texas 77030

Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:

100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!

We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...

Free financial and legal counseling
Free mental health counseling services
Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
Resources for child and elder care
Plus many more!

Position Summary:

The Ophthalmic Assistant II provides intermediate-level support to Ophthalmologists by performing a wide range of diagnostic tests, assisting with clinical workflows, and occasionally helping train new technicians.

Position Key Accountabilities:

Welcomes patients while explaining the exam process and the technician's role in their care.
Obtains a comprehensive medical history, including surgical, familial, ocular, and medication details, along with the chief complaint.
Performs visual acuity measurements, lensometry (manual and automated), and refractions under supervision.
Conducts standard ophthalmic assessments: color vision, stereoacuity, extraocular movements, confrontation fields, and pupil/angle assessments.
Measures intraocular pressure using tonometry methods (e.g., Goldmann, Tono-Pen, I-Care).
Captures or assists with diagnostic imaging: OCT, fundus photography, Humphrey visual fields, corneal topography, and other modalities.
Instructs patients on contact lens insertion and removal.
Supports with prescription refills, prior authorization requests, and patient calls; assists in completing disability and FMLA forms.
Maintains exam rooms, instruments, and inventory; ensures readiness and cleanliness of work areas.
Assists the Ophthalmologist during in-office procedures and minor surgical interventions.
Occasionally assists in mentoring or training Ophthalmic Assistant I staff under guidance.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Certification/Skills:

Proficient in conducting standard ophthalmic tests independently.
Working knowledge of ocular anatomy and terminology.
Strong patient care and service skills.
Basic mentoring and communication skills.
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) by International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO) required
Basic Life Support (BLS) by American Heart Association (AHA) required
Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) by International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO) preferred

Minimum Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent required May substitute required education with equivalent years of experience beyond the minimum experience requirement. Graduate of an education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) in an Ophthalmic Assistant program preferred

Minimum Experience:

3 years of clinical experience as an Ophthalmic Technician required

Physical Requirements:

Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.

Security Sensitive:

This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code §51.215 and Texas Government Code §411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code §117.001(2), the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R. §791.4.

Residency Requirement:

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.

Pay: $42,192.00 - $63,288.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
403(b)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Ophthalmology: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (Required)
BLS Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person

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