SightMD·Village of Johnson City, New York
The Nursing Assistant provides essential support in an ophthalmic surgery center, assisting with patient preparation, mobility, and monitoring across preoperative and postoperative phases. They are responsible for maintaining clinical cleanliness, restocking supplies, and ensuring patient safety and privacy.
A career that changes lives.
SightMD is a rapidly growing integrated ophthalmic provider group, extending the reach of exceptional eye care to patients across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut and Massachusetts. With over 127 eye care providers and the convenience of 60 locations, our commitment to delivering unparalleled services is at the heart of everything we do. As we embark on our mission, we are actively seeking teammates who are eager to contribute to our legacy of eye excellence, a tradition that spans more than 50 years.
The Nursing Assistant plays a key supportive role in delivering safe, compassionate, and efficient care to patients undergoing ophthalmic surgical procedures in a high-volume ambulatory surgery center (ASC). Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), the Nursing Assistant assists with patient preparation, mobility, hygiene, and monitoring, contributing to a positive patient experience and smooth clinical workflow.
This role involves working collaboratively with clinical and administrative staff to ensure patient safety, infection control compliance, and high standards of care in preoperative, intraoperative, and post-anesthesia recovery phases.
• New York State Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate
• Monday-Friday 7am-4pm
• $18.00
SightMD is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, and all other protected classes under federal, state and local laws.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact People Services at peopleservices@sightgrowthpartners.com [peopleservices@sightgrowthpartners.com]
Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least 6 months of experience in a healthcare setting. Proficiency in recording vital signs and assisting with patient hygiene is required, while a New York State CNA certificate is preferred.
Market context
In New York, Nursing Assistant roles are commonly available across hospitals, long-term care, and rehabilitation settings, with employers often looking for candidates who can start with current CPR certification and patient-care experience. These roles are competitive because schedules, unit fit, and hands-on experience often matter as much as credentials. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then tailor your application to highlight your diploma, CPR status, and any direct Nursing Assistant experience.
