Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

dartmouth-hitchcock· Allied Health
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📍 Lebanon, NH, USFULL TIME

About this role

Overview

Assists with patient flow through the eye clinic by monitoring patient arrivals and helping patients navigate through the clinic. Performs all clinical duties required of a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) (see Key Responsibilities below). Follows established standards and procedures for exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Interact with patients at all levels of care in the ophthalmology clinic.
  • Recognize and comply with all national, local, and institutional regulations, policies, and procedures with regard to patient privacy and safety.
  • Prepare patients to see the eye care provider by performing comprehensive intake examinations. This includes (but is not limited to) collection and documentation of patient health and eye history, testing of visual acuity, visual fields, pupils, intraocular pressure, manual lensometry, manual and automated refraction (without prescribing), and administration of pharmacologic agents.
  • Prepare patient, room, supplies, and equipment for exams and procedures.
  • Inventory, cleaning, care, and maintenance of ophthalmic supplies, equipment, and exam rooms.
  • Contribute to the development and maintenance of policies and procedures for technical and clinical activities.
  • Assist fellow staff and physicians with daily tasks.
  • Accept training for advanced skills.
  • Maintain current certification status.
  • Perform other duties as requested.

    • Qualifications

    • High School Diploma or equivalent required

    Required Licensure/Certifications

    • Current International Joint Commission of Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (iJCAHPO) certification as Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) required.
    • BLS within 30 days of hire.

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    Is the Certified Ophthalmic Assistant role at dartmouth-hitchcock full-time or part-time?
    This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant role in the Allied Health department at dartmouth-hitchcock.
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    This Certified Ophthalmic Assistant position at dartmouth-hitchcock was posted on Jan 2, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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