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Ophthalmic Technician Assistant (Ophthalmology)
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What they do
An Ophthalmic Technician makes prescription eyeglasses and contact lenses by cutting and shaping lenses according to individual prescriptions. May make lenses for other optical equipment, such as telescopes or microscopes. Works in medical equipment manufacturing facilities and laboratories, retail stores, or in the offices of optometrists and physicians.
$45,380 / year median in Maryland
+26% projected growth
Job Description
We are seeking an Ophthalmic Technician Assistant who will learn to assist the Ophthalmologist by performing ocular examination and testing and supporting clinical operations. The Wilmer Eye Institute of Johns Hopkins University has an exciting opportunity for exceptional candidates to train for a career as an Ophthalmic Technician, no experience required. Start your career in Ophthalmology with one of the leading organizations in delivering state-of-the art eye care, training future healthcare leaders, and conducting cutting-edge research. We have a robust training program that will provide you with a strong foundation to pursue a multitude of career paths beyond Ophthalmic Technician such as Clinic Manager, Ophthalmic Clinic Supervisor, Assistant Administrator, Orthoptist, Optometrist, Marketing, IT, and Research, to name a few. This is also an opportunity for pre-med students to gain clinical experience during their gap year or prior to applying to medical school, as well. No evening or weekend work required. Follow this link to learn more, https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/wilmer/education/clinical-training/ophthalmic_technician.html Specific Duties & Responsibilities Obtain and concisely record an accurate patient history, including chief complaint, past ocular history, family history, systemic illness, medications, allergies and drug reactions, and social history. Perform basic elements of the preliminary eye exam, including visual acuity, color vision testing, lensometry, assessment of pupillary reactions, instillation of eye drops, tonometry, and basic slit lamp exam including evaluation of anterior chamber depth. Perform ancillary testing including operation of various automated and non-automated ophthalmic equipment. Assistant physician chairside as a scribe. Patient Services Apply proper ocular dressings and shields. Properly assist physically or visually disabled patients. Assist with pre- and post-op care, including possible surgical assisting with outpatient procedures. Clinical and Instrument Maintenance Perform routine instrument maintenance on all ophthalmic equipment. Stock examination rooms in assigned area and ensure medication expiration dates are current. Disinfect and maintain examination rooms. Possess general medical knowledge, including basic microbial control, ocular anatomy and physiology, systemic diseases, ocular diseases and ocular emergencies. Maintain current CPR certification. Must complete currently required JHMI courses, and abide by relevant regulations, such as Self-learning educational packets HIPAA Conflict of Interest Training in software such as EPIC and Forum. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or graduation equivalent Must obtain Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) from Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) within 18 months of start date. CPR certification also required. Additional education may substitute for required experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with ophthalmic and general medical terminology.