Neuro-Ophthalmology Imaging Technician

Nemours Children's Health; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Nemours Children's Health in Wilmington, DE seeks an Ophthalmology Technician to support the Division of Neurology and assist with ophthalmic imaging, patient work-ups, and diagnostics. Training is available for tests such as OCT, fundus photography, and visual fields.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, efficient patient flow, and collaboration with physicians. The candidate will perform initial work-ups before dilation, enter data into EPIC, and educate patients and families under

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Two years of full-time ophthalmologic or optometric supervision experience or graduation from an accredited Ophthalmic Technician program plus one year experience.
• JCAHPO certification at COA, COT, or COMT preferred; on-the-job training offered and testing planned within 12 months if trained.
• BLS from American Heart Association within 60 days of start date.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient history and perform initial assessment as directed by the physician.
• Perform diagnostic ophthalmic procedures.
• Instill topical medications into the eye.
• Enter clinical information into EPIC, the EMR.
• Assist the physician with the neuro-ophthalmologic examination.
• Educate patients and families as directed by the physician.
• Maintain a patient-focused approach and strong customer service orientation.
• Work with the neuro-ophthalmology team to optimize patient flow and care delivery.
• Coordinate with physicians and health care team to deliver optimal patient care.

Skills

Ophthalmic testing

Patient care

EPIC EMR

Imaging support

Education

High School Diploma

Ophthalmic Technician program

Tools

OCT imaging

Fundus photography

Visual field testing

Fluorescein angiography

EPIC EMR

Job description

Nemours Children's Health in Wilmington, DE seeks an Ophthalmology Technician to support the Division of Neurology and assist with ophthalmic imaging, patient work-ups, and diagnostics. Training is available for tests such as OCT, fundus photography, and visual fields.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, efficient patient flow, and collaboration with physicians. The candidate will perform initial work-ups before dilation, enter data into EPIC, and educate patients and families under