Certified Ophthalmic Technician - Full Time - 1st Shift

Dayton Children's Hospital; Dayton (KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Dayton Children's Hospital in Dayton, KY is seeking a certified ophthalmic assistant to support eye care teams at the Main Campus. Under the supervision of an ophthalmologist, you will prepare patients, perform basic tests and measurements, and help maintain exam equipment.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma, COA certification, and at least one year in healthcare, with preference for pediatric experience. This full-time, first-shift role runs 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification required.
• 1+ year of healthcare experience requested.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for eye exams, perform standard tests and measurements.
• Assist ophthalmologists/optometrists during exams.
• Prepare and disinfect ophthalmic equipment between patients.

Skills

Patient care

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)

Job description

Facility:

Dayton Children’s - Main Campus

Department:

Ophthalmology

Schedule:

Full time

Hours:

40

Job Details:

A certified ophthalmic assistant (COA) is an entry-level ophthalmic professional who works under the supervision of an optometrist or ophthalmologist (eye doctor) to provide patient care. Since an ophthalmic assistant generally sees patients before the ophthalmologist does, they must prepare the patient for the exam, performing standard tests and taking measurements. Assistant may also prepare and disinfect the equipment that the ophthalmologist uses.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) - International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology
• 1+ years of healthcare experience

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of pediatric healthcare experience

Department Specific Job Details:

Shift: 8:00AM - 4:30PM, Monday - Friday