US Eye·Elizabeth City, North Carolina
The Physician Assistant provides office-based clinical care, diagnostic support, and post-operative surgical care in collaboration with a supervising ophthalmologist. Key duties include performing comprehensive exams, managing treatment plans, and educating patients on surgical recovery.
The Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed healthcare provider who practices in collaboration with, and under the direction of, the supervising ophthalmologist. The PA will provide office-based clinical care, diagnostic support, therapeutic treatment, preventive services, and post-operative surgical care within the patient care parameters established by the supervising physician. This role is designed for a PA interested in ophthalmology and procedural medicine while working directly with a high-volume ophthalmic surgeon. Prior ophthalmology experience is not required; specialty training and physician guidance will be provided.
Structured 3‑month onboarding and training program
Direct collaboration with a high-volume ophthalmic surgeon.
Hands-on involvement in office-based and surgical ophthalmology services, including post-operative care.
Opportunity to develop a focused specialty skillset in a procedural medical field.
Clear clinical protocols with increasing responsibility as competency develops.
Demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Demonstrated knowledge of medical materials, methods, instruments, and equipment.
Ability to read, write, and perform mathematical calculations.
Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
Ability to multi-task, work in a fast-paced environment, and manage time to meet deadlines and organizational requirements.
Ability to maintain personal and professional boundaries with colleagues and patients.
Strong interest in surgical or procedural medicine.
Comfortable learning specialty-specific ophthalmic examinations and protocol-driven care.
Values collaboration, accuracy, patient education, and long-term specialty development.
The work characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. This role operates in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented, confidential clinical environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
This is a full-time salaried position. Days and hours are generally Monday through Friday, 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.; however, salaried staff may be required to work beyond their set schedule due to business needs and expectations.
Some travel required.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Candidates must hold a Master of Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited program and be licensed or eligible for licensure in North Carolina and Virginia. A bachelor's degree in health education or a related field is also required.
Market context
Physician Assistant roles in North Carolina are typically in steady demand across primary care and other outpatient settings, especially for candidates who can step into patient care with minimal onboarding. Competition often centers on active state licensure, DEA registration, U.S. work authorization, and experience with HCC documentation and ICD-10 coding. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare the original posting, then tailor your application to highlight primary care experience and documentation accuracy.