Doctor's Assistant
US$19 / hr base salary
Posted 16 Jul 2026
Advertised as “Doctor's Assistant ”
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- Expected experience
- 1+ yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
| Base salary | US$19 / hr |
|---|
Study levelCertificate
CertificationsCertified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA), Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT)
EyeCare Partners is the nation’s leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision, advance eye care and improve lives. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, over 650 ECP-affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80 markets, providing services that span the eye care continuum. For more information, visit www.eyecare-partners.com.
Job Title: Doctor's Assistant (Ophthalmic Technician)Company: Quantum Vision Centers
Location: This position is located in Swansea, IL
Travel: Travel to other locations in the area is required as needed. We do pay mileage reimbursement!
Pay: Starting pay is $19/hr, but we may be able to go higher depending on experience
Perks:
- Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
- 401k + Employer Matching
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Paid Maternity Leave
- Eyecare Certification Reimbursement
- Competitive Base Pay
- Employee Discounts
SUMMARY
An Ophthalmic Technician is a valuable asset to an Ophthalmologist as they assist in providing excellent patient care to the patients during their visit. This employee is able to handle a wide range of duties while using equipment to perform the initial testing needed to prepare a patient for an exam with an Ophthalmologist.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide exceptional customer service during every patient encounter (in person or via phone)
- Display a professional attitude, greet patients promptly with a smile, and thank them when they leave
- Anticipate Physician needs to facilitate the flow of the clinic
- Practice urgency at all times with patient’s time, as well as doctor’s time and schedule
- Comply with all company policies and procedures, including HIPAA
- Verify patient’s information by interviewing patient
- Record patient’s medical history and current medications and confirm purpose of visit
- Record all data in the patient's Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
- Check condition of patient's eyes by observing pupils, muscles, visual acuity, and extraocular movements