Lead Pediatric Ophthalmic Technician - Clinic Ops

Children's National Medical Center; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 4,600 - 7,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage including medical and

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Children's National Medical Center is seeking a Senior Ophthalmic Technician to conduct visual testing, refractions, and specialized evaluations. You will support physicians during procedures and manage equipment, supplies, and clinic workflow.

The role includes coordinating supervision of technical staff across multiple clinics and contributing to resident and fellow education. The position emphasizes patient-centered care, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and maintaining

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; ophthalmic assistant/technician training preferred.
• Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification required or in process; 5 years pediatric ophthalmology experience is preferred.
• Strong clinical and academic interest in ophthalmology; excellent communication with patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual fields and visual acuity testing and refractions.
• Assist physicians with procedures and difficult examinations.
• Maintain inventory of lenses, instruments, and eye drops; coordinate maintenance with Bio-medical Engineering.

Skills

Retinoscopy

Goldmann perimetry

Humphrey perimetry

OCT

Pachymetry

Ophthalmic Photography

Communication

Clinical experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Ophthalmic assistant/technician training

Tools

Ophthalmic Photography equipment

ERG

OCT equipment

A/B-Ultrasonography

Pachymetry devices

Job description

Children's National Medical Center is seeking a Senior Ophthalmic Technician to conduct visual testing, refractions, and specialized evaluations. You will support physicians during procedures and manage equipment, supplies, and clinic workflow.

The role includes coordinating supervision of technical staff across multiple clinics and contributing to resident and fellow education. The position emphasizes patient-centered care, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and maintaining