Ophthalmic Tech-Neurology

Nemours; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Nemours is hiring an Ophthalmology Technician for the Division of Neurology in Wilmington, DE. The role supports the neuro-ophthalmologist with patient care, conducts imaging tests such as OCT and fundus photography, and prepares patients for physician-led visits.

The technician will perform initial patient work-ups, handle ophthalmic imaging, and enter data into EPIC, contributing to efficient patient flow and high-quality care for pediatric patients.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Two years of satisfactory, full-time work experience under ophthalmologic or optometric supervision; or graduation from an accredited program for Ophthalmic Technicians plus one year work experience.
• JCAHPO certification at COA/COT/COMT preferred with on-the-job training and COA testing within 12 months.
• BLS certification within 60 days of start date.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient history and perform initial patient assessment as directed
• Perform diagnostic procedures
• Instill topical medications into the eye
• Enter clinical information into EPIC, the electronic medical record
• Assist the physician with the neuro-ophthalmologic examination
• Educate patients and families on procedures and care
• Maintain patient-focused interactions and support efficient patient flow
• Coordinate with the health care team to deliver optimal patient care.

Skills

Patient care

Ophthalmology procedures

OCT imaging

EPIC EMR

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

OCT

Fundus photography

Visual field testing

Fundus autofluorescence

Fluorescein angiography

Job description

Ophthalmology Technician - Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware

Position Summary:
We are excited to announce a position opening for an ophthalmology technician in the Division of Neurology at Nemours Children's Health in Wilmington, DE.

We seek a technician to assist our neuro-ophthalmologist with patient care and perform auxiliary tests on patients as directed, with the paramount goal of providing service excellence.This includes performing the initial patient work-up before eye dilation and other physician-led portions of the visit, as well as performing ophthalmic imaging, such as OCT, fundus photography, visual field testing, fundus autofluorescence, and fluorescein angiogram.On-site training can be provided for specific tests.

Key Responsibilities:

• Obtain patient history and perform initial patient assessment, as directed by the physician
• Perform diagnostic procedures
• Instill topical medications into the eye
• Enter appropriate clinical information into EPIC, the electronic medical record
• Assist the physician with the neuro-ophthalmologic examination
• Educate patients and families, as directed by the physician
• Approach all clinical interactions with a patient focused manner, demonstrating a strong customer service, service excellence orientation
• Work closely with neuro-ophthalmology physician to facilitate patient flow and maintain efficiency
• Maintain effective, team-based work relationships with physicians and other members of the heath care team in order to coordinate and facilitate the delivery of optimal patient care.

Additional Requirements:

• High School Diploma
• Two years of satisfactory, full-time work experience under ophthalmologic or optometric supervision; or graduation from an accredited program for Ophthalmic Technicians plus one year work experience.
• JCAHPO certification at either the COA, COT, or COMT level preferred. Will provide on the job training if the applicant has experience in various capacities within the medical field. If trained, it is expected that the applicant sits for JCAT basic home study course within 3-9 months of employment; and test for COA Certification within 12 months of hire date. Failure to do so may result in termination of employment.
• BLS from American Heart Association within 60 days of your start date.