Non Certified Ophthalmic Technician - AWS

Montefiore New Rochelle; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Montefiore School Health Program AWS in Bronx, NY seeks a Non Certified Ophthalmic Technician to support vision screenings and eye exams for students in a school-based setting. You will work under an Optometrist or Ophthalmologist providing frontline clinical support and patient care.

Responsibilities include vision tests, pupil exams, and post-exam counseling, with a focus on pediatric needs. A Monday–Friday schedule (8:00a–3:30p) and AWS are offered in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Relevant ophthalmology/optometry experience or certification preferred.
• BLS certification and infection control certificate required.
• Experience with children in pediatric/educational healthcare setting preferred.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical support for vision care and eye examinations to pediatric students under supervision of an Optometrist or Ophthalmologist.
• Safely assist with diagnostic tests, visual acuity screenings, autorefraction and tonometry; collect patient history.
• Deliver patient and family education and post-exam instructions tailored to developmental needs.
• Maintain infection control and safety; document care and results in the electronic health record.

Skills

English communication

Team collaboration

Patient education

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

BLS Certification

Infection Control Certificate

Job description

Non Certified Ophthalmic Technician - AWS### Non Certified Ophthalmic Technician - AWSApply: 3380 Reservoir Oval East: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 13, 2026 (7 days left to apply): JR235738**City/State:**Bronx, New York**Grant Funded:**Yes**Department:**MMG - School Health Primary Care**Bargaining Unit:**1199**Work Shift:**Day**Work Days:**MON-FRI**Scheduled Hours:**8 AM-3:30 PM**Scheduled Daily Hours:**7.5 HOURS**Hourly Rate:**$31.15For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.To learn more about the “Montefiore Difference” – who we are at Montefiore and all that we have to offer our associates, please click here.**Non Certified Ophthalmic Technician** - Montefiore School Health Program AWS\\* Montefiore is recognized nationally for clinical excellence and innovation. For over a century, we’ve been at the forefront of groundbreaking research, cutting-edge procedures, and patient-centered care. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top rankings in U.S. News & World Report. Join us and be part of a legacy that is redefining healthcare. At Montefiore, we invest in your career growth as much as you invest in ours. Together, we’re not just delivering healthcare—we’re setting new standards of care. Join the Montefiore School Health Program as an Optometry Assistant with an Alternate Work Schedule (AWS), supporting student vision and eye health in a dynamic school-based setting. This role focuses on vision screenings, diagnostic eye exams, and supportive clinical needs. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to promote wellness in underserved communities. Ideal for compassionate, adaptable professionals committed to pediatric and adolescent eye care. **Shift:** Monday to Friday 0800A – 0330P **Responsibilities** As a vital member of our interdisciplinary school health team, you will contribute to optometry standards of practice while delivering high-quality, patient-centered care:* Provide direct clinical support for vision care and eye examinations to a pediatric and adolescent student population under the direction of an Optometrist or Ophthalmologist.* Safely assist with diagnostic eye tests, visual acuity screenings, autorefraction, tonometry, and clinical procedures within the Optometry Assistant scope of practice; collect patient history and prepare patients for examinations.* Deliver clear patient/family vision care education and post-exam instructions tailored to the student’s developmental and cultural needs.* Maintain a safe environment by adhering to infection control, safety, and disaster policies; document all care, test results, and observations accurately in the electronic health record.* Partner with Optometrists, RNs, and school staff to resolve patient care issues, manage competing demands, and adapt smoothly to territorial and daily workflow changes in a school environment. **Required** * High School Diploma or GED minimum* Relevant experience or certification in ophthalmology, optometry, or a related clinical healthcare setting* Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification* Infection Control Certificate* Proven experience working with children in a pediatric, adolescent, or educational healthcare setting* Effective written, oral, and interpersonal English communication skills* Basic data entry and computer retrieval skills* Must complete fingerprinting for Department of Education (DOE) and Justice Center Security Clearance* Occupational Health Services (OHS) Annual Assessment & Fit Test \\*Alternate Work Schedule: This position operates from September through June while school is in session, with prorated compensation to match the academic calendar. Associates are eligible to apply for a lateral transfer after completion of one (1) year of service in their present position, with the following exception: an Associate who has received a written warning is not eligible for a transfer/promotion prior to six (6) months from date of issuance; an Associate who has been suspended is not eligible for transfer/promotion prior to one (1) year from date of suspension. Part-time Associates who have completed their probationary period can move to full-time vacancies within their department provided such movement will not unreasonably reduce the operational efficiency of that department. Probationary period is three (3) months for full-time employees, and four (4) months for part-time employees who works more than 3/5 of the normal workweek.