Clinic Ophthalmic Assistant
USF Health Morsani Center
Tampa, FL
5x8 hrs, Days
$46K/yearOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- SettingClinic
Pay
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Pet insurance
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Health savings account
- Health Care FSA
- Life insurance
- Employee assistance programs
Qualifications
- Eligible to work in US
Description
Work with ophthalmologists to assist during eye surgery and setting up and performing maintenance on equipment. In addition, ophthalmology technologists often perform diagnostic testing, including measuring a patient's vision. Technologists in this career field must be familiar with ophthalmic pharmacology and understand the use of corrective lenses.
Essential Functions:
- Meets with patients to discuss ocular medical history, chief complaint, current medications, allergies and family history to prepare the patient for the physician
- Performs initial work up including visual testing, color vision testing, retinoscopy, and refraction for the physician to review and consider during visit
- Performs various diagnostic tests and measurements including A-Scans, diagnostic ultrasounds, keratometry, lensometry, tonometry, and visual fields to support the physician's review
- Reviews patient records for completeness to allow for a timely and efficient patient visit
- Maintains supplies and equipment in examining rooms to allow for adequate patient care
- Completes in basket messages to allow for timely communication to patients and providers
- Maintains overall patient experience and safety, following all emergency clinical policies and protocols, to allow for optimal
- High School Diploma or GED
- JCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
- Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- 1 year experience as an Ophthalmic Tech
Employer
Tampa General Hospital
Tampa General Hospital is a private not-for-profit hospital and one of the most comprehensive medical facilities in West Central Florida serving a dozen counties with a population in excess of 4 million. As one of the largest hospitals in Florida, Tampa General is licensed for 982 beds, and with approximately 15,000 team members and providers, is one of the region’s largest employers.
Consistently recognized for world-class care, Tampa General Hospital is ranked as the #1 hospital in Tampa Bay by U.S. News & World Report for 2025-26 and is nationally ranked among the top 50 hospitals in the nation in six specialties. Additionally, Tampa General is ranked as “High Performing,” or among the top 10% of hospitals in the nation, in five more specialties along with 18 procedures and conditions.
About Tampa, FL
- Tampa's cost of living is slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living, providing a good balance for residents.
- In summer, average highs are around 90°F and lows are around 75°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 70°F and lows are around 50°F.
- Short term rentals are easy to find in Tampa, with a variety of options available for travel nurses.
- Tampa is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options include buses and a streetcar line in downtown Tampa.
- Tampa is a diverse city with a wide range of ages.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the subtropical climate.
- Tampa has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities.
- Tampa offers a wide range of activities including diverse restaurants, art galleries, music venues, sports events, and outdoor activities such as paddling, biking, hiking, and visiting attractions like Busch Gardens and ZooTampa at Lowery Park.