Lead Ophthalmic Technician - Onsite Ops & Training

Penn Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine's Ophthalmology department seeks a Lead Ophthalmic Technician to manage resources, supervise technicians, and support clinicians with comprehensive eye examinations and procedures. You will coordinate training, ensure regulatory compliance, and facilitate efficient patient flow across clinics.

Responsibilities include conducting examinations, administering eye meds, and assisting in laser and surgical procedures, with opportunities to mentor staff and work across multiple Penn

Qualifications

• 3+ years ophthalmology experience
• COA required unless COT achieved
• COT required within 18 months of hire
• BLS/CPR as a Healthcare Provider required
• High School Diploma/GED or higher with ophthalmology training or degree

Responsibilities

• New hire training and orientation.
• Initiate daily huddles to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Perform preliminary examinations.
• Complete medical and ocular histories for patients.
• Document medications and allergies.
• Administer eye medications per protocol.
• Conduct Humphrey Visual Field testing, IOL biometry, topography and OCT.
• Assist in office procedures and surgical forms as needed.
• Train other Technicians as assigned by manager.
• May work at multiple Ophthalmology locations.

Skills

Ophthalmology experience

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Protocols

Multi-tasking

Emergency response

Healthcare experience

Regulatory compliance

Life safety

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate’s Degree

Ophthalmic Technician Program

Job description

Penn Medicine's Ophthalmology department seeks a Lead Ophthalmic Technician to manage resources, supervise technicians, and support clinicians with comprehensive eye examinations and procedures. You will coordinate training, ensure regulatory compliance, and facilitate efficient patient flow across clinics.

Responsibilities include conducting examinations, administering eye meds, and assisting in laser and surgical procedures, with opportunities to mentor staff and work across multiple Penn