Ophthalmic Assistant or Technician (PRN)

Job overview

The Ophthalmic Assistant or Technician (PRN) role is onsite in Mount Pleasant, SC, supporting MUSC Health Storm Eye Institute. Compensation is not specified. The institute treats adult and pediatric patients across routine eye care and specialized surgical services.

What you'll do

• Depending on certification level, prepare patients and collect histories
• perform vision screenings and ophthalmic diagnostic tests
• assist ophthalmologists during exams
• document findings
• prepare exam rooms and maintain equipment
• follow infection-control and sterilization protocols
• COT-level staff may conduct complex testing, assist with intravitreal injections and postoperative care, mentor staff, and support clinic workflow.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

ophthalmic assistant

ophthalmic technician

mount pleasant sc

musc

prn

storm eye institute

eye care

patient diagnostics

monday–friday

no weekends or holidays

bls required

on-the-job training for ncoa

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Career growth opportunities and access to specialists in glaucoma, retina, cornea, oculoplastics, and pediatric ophthalmology.

Why this role

The posting describes a Monday–Friday schedule with no weekends or holidays and four scheduled weekly hours. Non-certified assistants need no prior experience and receive on-the-job training, but must obtain COA or COT certification within 12 months. Current BLS certification is required for all levels.

About the employer

MUSC is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of All Other Miscellaneous Health Practitioners. Sector: 62.