Ophthalmic Assistant

University of Arkansas System

. Participate in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care for a select group of patients .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeLittle Rock • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in ophthalmic patient assessment and measurements, including visual acuity testing and intraocular pressure measurement. Proficient in cleaning and sterilizing medical instruments while maintaining compassion and teamwork in patient care.

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Ophthalmic Patient AssessmentVisual Acuity TestingIntraocular Pressure MeasurementBLS CertificationMedical Instrument Sterilization

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Hard Skills

Patient AssessmentVisual Acuity TestingIntraocular Pressure MeasurementOphthalmic Medication Data CollectionAmsler Grid TestingAutomated PerimetryGoldmann Perimeter TestingPachymetryColor Vision TestingTear Testing

Soft Skills

Compassionate Patient CareTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Slit LampsApplanation TonometryNon-Contact TonometryPotential Acuity MeterElectronic Specialty Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

BLS Certification

Industry Keywords

Ophthalmic AssistingOptometric AssistingPatient CareMedical Instrument CleaningPatient Education Materials

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LAMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care for a select group of patients
Refer patient problems to the attending physician
Provide direct patient assessment and perform eye measurements
Test and record visual acuity for patients with all levels of acuity, including preliterate, illiterate, non-verbal, or foreign-language patients
Define low vision and perform pinhole, stereo acuity, accommodation, convergence, distance, and near visual acuity testing
Collect current data from in-person patient assessments, including ophthalmic medication use
Perform Amsler grid, confrontation fields, automated perimetry, and Goldmann perimeter testing with appropriate training
Measure intraocular pressure using hand-held applanation, applanation tonometry, and non-contact tonometry
Clean and disinfect tonometers
Perform and record glare testing, Potential Acuity Meter testing, color vision, pachymetry, fusional amplitudes, Maddox Rod measurements, OCT laser tests, and tear tests
Use slit lamps, slit lamp lenses, and pen lights; assess anterior chamber depth
Order and maintain patient education materials inventory
Clean and sterilize medical instruments, supplies, and equipment
Store equipment properly, maintain calibration, and ensure equipment remains operational
Follow recommended procedures for turning electronic specialty tools on and off
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School diploma/GED
Current BLS certification or must successfully obtain certification within the first 30 days of employment
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment
Must complete pre-employment screening, including criminal background check, substance abuse testing, and/or education verification
Ability to effectively perform as part of a team
Ability to maintain compassion towards patients during direct patient contact
Ability to perform ophthalmic/optometric patient assessment and measurements
Ability to clean, disinfect, and sterilize medical instruments, supplies, and equipment
Ability to stand, walk, bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop, reach overhead, and lift/carry 25 lbs
Preferred: One (1) year of ophthalmic/optometric assisting or experience in a medical setting

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
Career Training and Educational Opportunities
Merchant Discounts
Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy