Ophthalmic Assistant / UKHC

Job Title :

Ophthalmic Assistant / UKHC

Requisition Number : RE52241

Working Title :

Ophthalmic Assistant - Shriners - Ophthalmology

Department Name :

MG100 : Physician Based Clinics

Work Location : Lexington, KY

Grade Level : 06

Salary Range : $16.20-24.82 / hour

Type of Position : Staff

Position Time Status :

Full-Time

Required Education : HS

Click here for more information about equivalencies : :

https : / / hr.uky.edu / employment / working-uk / equivalencies

Required Related Experience :

No experience required.

Required License / Registration / Certification :

None

Physical Requirements :

long periods of sitting / standing and computer use

Shift :

Monday through Friday, 8 : 00AM – 5 : 00PM.

Job Summary :

The Ophthalmic Assistant performs various functions and procedures related to the delivery of care to ambulatory patient populations. The Ophthalmic Assistant is involved in direct patient care for both preventive and specialty eye care.

The Ophthalmic Assistant will draw upon their training and experience to preform optimal testing techniques under the supervision of a provider. The Ophthalmic Assistant supports providers to ensure that they can focus on their patients and run their offices efficiently.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities :

None

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :

No

Preferred Education / Experience :

N / A

Deadline to Apply : 11 / 16 / 2025

Our University Community :

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and / or drug screen.