Ophthalmic Technical Assistant - USFTGP Ophthalmology

Tampa General Hospital; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Academic Medical Group Inc in Tampa is seeking an Ophthalmic Technical Assistant to support surgeons during eye procedures and maintain ophthalmic equipment. You will perform initial patient workups, visual testing, and refraction to help the physician plan the visit.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, BLS certification, and JCAHPO certification, plus about one year of ophthalmic tech experience, with strong clinical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Ophthalmic testing methods and diagnostic procedures used in eye care.
• Ability to obtain accurate patient ocular history and history of medications.
• Knowledge of proper handling and troubleshooting of ophthalmic equipment.
• Strong ability to communicate with patients and care team about findings.

Responsibilities

• Meets with patients to discuss ocular history and prepare for physician review.
• Performs initial workups including visual testing and refraction.
• Conducts diagnostic tests such as A-scans, keratometry, tonometry, and visual fields.
• Reviews patient records to ensure complete and timely visits.
• Maintains supplies and equipment in exam rooms for patient care.

Skills

Ophthalmic testing methods

Patient history data collection

Equipment operation and maintenance

Clinical communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description - Ophthalmic Technical Assistant - USFTGP Ophthalmology (2600031R)

Job Description

Ophthalmic Technical Assistant - USFTGP Ophthalmology - ( 2600031R )

Description

Work with ophthalmologists to assist during eye surgery and setting up and performing maintenance on equipment. In addition, ophthalmology technologists often perform diagnostic testing, including measuring a patient's vision. Technologists in this career field must be familiar with ophthalmic pharmacology and understand the use of corrective lenses.

Essential Functions

• Meets with patients to discuss ocular medical history, chief complaint, current medications, allergies and family history to prepare the patient for the physician
• Performs initial work up including visual testing, color vision testing, retinoscopy, and refraction for the physician to review and consider during visit
• Performs various diagnostic tests and measurements including A-Scans, diagnostic ultrasounds, keratometry, lensometry, tonometry, and visual fields to support the physician's review
• Reviews patient records for completeness to allow for a timely and efficient patient visit
• Maintains supplies and equipment in examining rooms to allow for adequate patient care
• Completes in basket messages to allow for timely communication to patients and providers
• Maintains overall patient experience and safety, following all emergency clinical policies and protocols, to allow for optimal experience of care

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• JCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• 1 year experience as an Ophthalmic Tech

Technical Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Understanding of ophthalmic testing methods, vision measurement techniques, and diagnostic procedures such as tonometry, keratometry, retinoscopy, A-scans, and visual fields.

Ability to accurately obtain patient histories, chief complaints, medications, allergies, and family ocular history, and document findings clearly and thoroughly.

• Ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot ophthalmic equipment used for patient testing and measurements.
• Ability to provide clear instructions, respond to patient inquiries professionally, and communicate effectively with providers through messages, documentation, and clinical updates.
• Knowledge of clinical protocols, emergency procedures, and quality verification processes to ensure safe, accurate, and compliant patient care.

Primary Location

Tampa

Work Locations

USF Health Morsani Center AHC 13330 USF Laurel Dr. Tampa 33612

Eligible for Remote Work : On Site

Organization

Academic Medical Group Inc

Schedule

Full-time

Scheduled Days : Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday