Ophthalmic Technician

Tan Tock Seng Hospital; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Singapore is looking for an Ophthalmic Technician to perform essential eye investigations for diagnosis and treatment. Responsibilities include conducting various assessments such as HVF and OCT while ensuring patient safety at all times. Candidates should possess a Diploma in any discipline, preferably in IT, Engineering, or Biochemical fields.

Qualifications

• Diploma in any discipline.
• Preferred with IT related, Engineering, or Biochemical education.

Responsibilities

• Perform eye investigations essential for diagnosis and treatment.
• Conduct various ophthalmic investigations including HVF and OCT.
• Ensure patient safety during all interactions.

Education

Diploma in any discipline

Preferred with IT related/ Engineering/ Biochemical

Job description

The ophthalmic technician performs various eye investigations essential to the diagnosis and treatment of eye conditions.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

CLINICAL CARE

Ophthalmic Investigations

• Humphrey Visual Field (HVF)
• Photography and document the ocular structures in optical images
• Spectralis OCT (SPOCT)

Ophthalmic technician sub-specialty investigations includes either and/or :

Anterior Segment assessment

• OPD Scan
• Endothelial Cell Count (ECC)

Refractive Surgery assessment

• Corneal Topography (Orbscan and Galilei)
• Optical Aberration (HOA) (Zywave)
• Cornea Central Thickness (CCT) (Ultrasound Pachymetry)

SAFE CARE

• Practice due diligence during all patient interactions to ensure safety of the patient at all times.
• Undertake corrective actions immediately and consistently when feedback given.

RESEARCH & QUALITY

• May assist in department projects.

GENERAL & AD-HOC DUTIES

• Actively involved in hospital and department’s initiatives e.g. eye screening events
• Any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• Diploma in any discipline
• Preferred with IT related/ Engineering/ Biochemical