Ophthalmic Assistant

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Closing Date:

12/12/2026

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: 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

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click theApply link/button.

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Department:

ICE | OPHSL JEI Ophthal OP C B

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Ophthalmic Assistant, (OA), must be able to effectively perform as part of a team. As this position requires direct patient contact, assistants must maintain compassion towards patients. The OA participates in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care to a select group of patients. Assistants refer any problems they encounter with their patients to the attending physician.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma/GED.
• Current BLS certification or must successfully obtain certification within the first 30 days of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One (1) year of ophthalmic/optometric assisting or experience in a medical setting.

Qualifications Equivalencies:

Additional Information:

Job Responsibilities:

• The OA participates in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care to a select group of patients Assistants refer any problems they encounter with their patients to the attending physician.
• Ophthalmic Assistant is required to provide direct patient assessment, performing measurement required to evaluate the eye; test and record visual acuity appropriately for patient with all levels of acuity: • Counting fingers • Hand motion • Light perception • No light perception. Test and record visual acuity on preliterate, illiterate, non-verbal, or foreign language patients. Define low vision Test and record visual acuity using pinhole occlude Test and record stereo acuity. Test and record near point of accommodation and convergence Test for visual acuity (distance and near) using: Allen, Tumbling E, numbers, and Snellen. 
• Ophthalmic Assistant is required to collect current data from an in person patient assessment, which includes but is not limited to, uses of ophthalmic medications, performing measurement required to evaluate the eye. Perform Amsler grid testing Perform confrontation fields testing Perform automated perimetry Perform and with appropriate training; Goldmann perimeter.
•  Measure intraocular pressure with hand-held applanator Measure intraocular pressure by applanation tonometry Measure intraocular pressure with non-contact tonometer. Clean and disinfect tonometers,  Perform and record glare testing (e.g. BAT) Perform and record Potential Acuity Meter (PAM) Proper use of slit lamp Demonstrate use of slit lamp lenses Demonstrate use of pen light Perform and record color vision using color plates Perform pachymetry, measure and record fusional amplitudes Perform and record Maddox Rod measurements order and maintain patient education materials inventory. Assess and record anterior chamber depth with a slit lamp or pen light Perform and record laser tests for glaucoma/retina (OCT) Perform and record tear tests: • Schirmer • BUT • Rose Bengal
• The OA, maintains the responsibility to clean and sterilize all required medical instruments, medical supplies, and equipment. The Assistant ensures that all equipment is stored properly, maintains calibration, and ensures all accouterments are fully operational at all times. Ensures all electronic specialty tools are turned on/off following recommended procedures to prolong life of equipment.
• Other duties may be assigned to this position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Stand: Frequently

Sit: Occasionally

Walk: Frequently

Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead: Frequently

Lift and carry weight: 25 lbs

Push and pull weight: 25 lbs

Use hands to touch, handle or feel: Frequently

Talk: Continuously

Hear: Continuously

Taste or smell: Occasionally

Read, concentrate, think analytically: Continuously

Salary Information:

"Commensurate with education and experience"

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeProof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

Balancing, Crouching, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Crouching, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Balancing, Crouching

Benefits Eligible:

Yes