Ophthalmic Assistant

Job Title: Ophthalmic Assistant
Location: Ft Myers or Naples (The position may require travel to other locations).
Department: Clinic.
Reports To: Clinic Supervisor & Clinic Director.

Join the Fastest Growing Ophthalmology Practice in Southwest Florida!

At Collins Vision, we’re more than just a medical practice — we’re a team of passionate professionals committed to transforming lives through vision. We foster a dynamic, compassionate culture built on growth, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence. If you're a motivated, compassionate, and detail-oriented individual looking to grow your career in a fast-paced healthcare setting, we want to meet you!

Position Overview:

We are seeking a full-time, experienced Ophthalmic Assistant who has an “eye” for details and a desire to grow in the world of Medical Ophthalmology. The ideal candidate will be patient-focused and a team player.

What You'll Do:

• Inform patients of the purpose of all tests personally performed, and how the patient will be affected during the tests.
• Obtain patient history to include chief complaint, history of present illness, past medical history (ocular and general), family history (ocular and general), and history of allergies and medications.
• Perform accurate and consistent documentation and measurement tasks including: Visual acuity, Confrontational Visual Fields, Stereo Testing, Evaluation of Motility, Pupillary Function, Color Plates, Applanation Tonometry, Refractometry, Angle Assessment, Optic Nerve; Pachymetry; Corneal Topography or any testing specific to physician needs.

What We’re Looking For:

• High School Diploma.
• At least one year experience as an Ophthalmic or Optometric Assistant (required); COA/COT is a plus.
• Experience with using an EMR system; Modernizing Medicine/EMA is a plus.
• Passionate desire to be a part of a growing organization and contribute to the overall success of the team.
• Demonstrate advanced comprehension of the role of an Ophthalmic Assistant in a medical practice.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work as a team member.
• Empathetic personality with concern for patients’ needs.
• Strong organization with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to perform comprehensive work ups in an efficient manner.
• Scribing skills and experience are a plus.

Why Collins Vision?

We reward our team’s commitment and contributions with competitive benefits and growth opportunities:

• Competitive compensation and ability to advance career within a growing organization.
• A comprehensive benefits package with multiple plans that are Employer-Contributed.
• Employer-paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance .
• Company Vision Discounts on eyewear, retail products and surgical and cosmetic procedures.
• Ongoing Training and Continuing Education Reimbursement.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Program with employer matching.
• PTO accrual that accelerates with tenure.
• Regular internal and external Team Building opportunities and a welcoming and supportive team atmosphere.
• Mileage reimbursement for travel.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Collins Vision is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.

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