Madison, WI · On-site
$18 - $23.50/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere for eye ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$18 - $23.50/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere for eye ...
$18.25 - $24/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere for eye ...
$18.25 - $24/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere for eye ...
Monticello, WI · On-site
$17 - $22.50/hr
Review incoming COA's for compliance to specifications * Perform product testing on residual O2 * Manage retain products * Complete pre-shipment reviews as needed Gold Level (includes Bronze and ...
Monticello, WI · On-site
$17 - $22.50/hr
Review incoming COA's for compliance to specifications * Perform product testing on residual O2 * Manage retain products * Complete pre-shipment reviews as needed Gold Level (includes Bronze and ...
Middleton, WI · On-site
$18.25 - $24/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: * Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. * Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere for ...
Middleton, WI · On-site
$18.25 - $24/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: * Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. * Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere for ...
$17 - $22.50/hr
Review incoming COA's for compliance to specifications * Perform product testing on residual O2 * Manage retain products * Complete pre-shipment reviews as needed Gold Level (includes Bronze and ...
$17 - $22.50/hr
Review incoming COA's for compliance to specifications * Perform product testing on residual O2 * Manage retain products * Complete pre-shipment reviews as needed Gold Level (includes Bronze and ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$18 - $23.50/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: * Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. * Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere for ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$18 - $23.50/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: * Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. * Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere for ...
$18 - $23.50/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere for eye ...
$18 - $23.50/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere for eye ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$21.70 - $32.55/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: • Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. • Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$21.70 - $32.55/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: • Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. • Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere ...
$18 - $23.50/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere for eye ...
$18 - $23.50/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere for eye ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$18 - $23.50/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere for eye ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$18 - $23.50/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere for eye ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$21.70 - $32.55/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: • Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. • Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$21.70 - $32.55/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: • Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. • Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$17.75 - $23.25/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere for eye ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$17.75 - $23.25/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere for eye ...
Monticello, WI · On-site
$17 - $22.50/hr
Review incoming COA's for compliance to specifications * Perform product testing on residual O2 * Manage retain products * Complete pre-shipment reviews as needed Gold Level (includes Bronze and ...
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Monticello, WI · On-site
$17 - $22.50/hr
Review incoming COA's for compliance to specifications * Perform product testing on residual O2 * Manage retain products * Complete pre-shipment reviews as needed Gold Level (includes Bronze and ...
Middleton, WI · On-site
$21.70 - $32.55/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: • Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. • Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere ...
Middleton, WI · On-site
$21.70 - $32.55/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: • Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. • Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$21.70 - $32.55/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: • Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. • Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$21.70 - $32.55/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: • Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. • Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$21.70 - $32.55/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: • Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. • Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$21.70 - $32.55/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: • Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. • Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$21.70 - $32.55/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: • Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. • Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$21.70 - $32.55/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: • Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. • Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$18 - $23.50/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: • Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. • Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$18 - $23.50/hr
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to: • Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care. • Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere ...
The USAGPAN program is accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA). Students selected are commissioned as an Active-duty Officer and receive full pay and ...
The USAGPAN program is accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA). Students selected are commissioned as an Active-duty Officer and receive full pay and ...
The USAGPAN program is accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA). Students selected are commissioned as an Active-duty Officer and receive full pay and ...
The USAGPAN program is accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA). Students selected are commissioned as an Active-duty Officer and receive full pay and ...
$13.08 - $15.02
3% of jobs
$15.02 - $16.96
9% of jobs
$18.10 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$16.96 - $18.90
21% of jobs
The median wage is $20.40 / hr.
$18.90 - $20.83
21% of jobs
$20.83 - $22.77
15% of jobs
$23.79 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$22.77 - $24.71
11% of jobs
$24.71 - $26.65
8% of jobs
$26.65 - $28.59
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$28.59 - $30.52
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As a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, your day usually involves greeting patients, taking their medical histories, and conducting preliminary vision tests such as visual acuity and tonometry. You assist ophthalmologists by preparing patients for examinations, administering eye drops, and maintaining exam room cleanliness and supplies. Many COAs also help with minor in-office procedures, educate patients about eye health, and enter clinical data into electronic health records. This role is vital in ensuring the clinic runs smoothly and that both patients and ophthalmologists are well-supported throughout the care process.
To thrive as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA), you need a solid understanding of eye anatomy, clinical procedures, and basic vision testing, typically acquired through a high school diploma and completion of an accredited ophthalmic assistant program. Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR), autorefractors, and tonometry equipment is important, as is achieving JCAHPO certification. Exceptional interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and strong organizational abilities help COAs excel when interacting with patients and supporting ophthalmologists. These combined skills ensure accurate patient assessments, efficient workflow, and a high standard of patient care in ophthalmology practices.
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$18 - $23.50/hr
Part-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 24 days ago
Work Schedule:
90% FTE, 36 hours per week, day shift. Monday - Friday between the hours of 7:30 am - 5:30 pm, no weekends required. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.
Pay:
External hires may be eligible for up to a $3,150 sign-on bonus.
Be part of something remarkable
Join our REMARKABLE Eye Care Team that is nationally recognized for excellence!
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (Optometric Tech, COA, CPOT) to:
Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care.
Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere for eye care patients of all ages.
Work in a fast-paced team environment.
At UW Health, you will have:
An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans.
Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
Access to UW Health's Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
Work Experience:
6 months of customer service experience Required
1 year of experience as a Certified Ophthalmic/Optometric Assistant or Tech, Certified Medical Assistant, or Licensed Practical Nurse Preferred
Licenses & Certifications:
COA, COT, CPOT, or CPOA certifications within 1-1/2 Yrs Required
CPR certification within 90 Days Required
If LPN, licensed in the state employed Preferred
If MA, Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Preferred
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UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
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