Clinical Visual Field Technician

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Miami’s Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, FL is seeking a Visual Field Technician to support clinicians by performing visual field testing and data collection.

You will administer tests (confrontation fields, Humphrey fields, VRVF, tangent screens, Amsler grid), educate patients, maintain equipment, and coordinate with physicians and staff to deliver high-quality eye care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• 0-1 year of relevant work experience in ophthalmic settings preferred.
• Performs basic computer tasks and documents patient data accurately.
• Communicates effectively with patients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Determines optical characteristics of spectacle lenses with a lensometer.
• Performs visual field tests (confrontation fields, Humphrey, VRVF, tangent screens, Amsler grid).
• Gathers data and assists providers during diagnostic testing and consultations.
• Educates patients on testing procedures and safety.
• Monitors equipment calibration and ensures proper working order.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Lensometer

Autolensometer

Microsoft Office

Job description

The University of Miami’s Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, FL is seeking a Visual Field Technician to support clinicians by performing visual field testing and data collection.

You will administer tests (confrontation fields, Humphrey fields, VRVF, tangent screens, Amsler grid), educate patients, maintain equipment, and coordinate with physicians and staff to deliver high-quality eye care.