Ophthalmic Technician

The Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established leader in eye care is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to start a fulfilling career in ophthalmology, providing essential clinical support to physicians while gaining valuable experience in patient care. With a robust training program, you will be equipped to explore various career paths, making this position ideal for pre-med students or those looking to advance in healthcare. Enjoy a supportive work environment with no evening or weekend shifts, allowing for a balanced professional and personal life.

Qualifications

• Must obtain COA certification within 18 months.
• One year experience as an Ophthalmic Technician preferred.

Responsibilities

• Records patient history and performs eye examinations.
• Assists with prior authorizations and manages drug logs.
• Maintains examination rooms and ensures compliance.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Support

Medical Knowledge

Ocular Anatomy

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)

Tools

Epic

Goldman Tonometry

OCT

Amsler Grid

Job description

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We are seeking anOphthalmic Technician whoseprimary role is to provide technician/clinical support to physicians. This position will be required to work at any one of Wilmer’s locations based on the clinics’ needs. Travel is required.

The Wilmer Eye Institute of Johns Hopkins University has an exciting opportunity for exceptional candidates to train for a career as an Ophthalmic Technician, no experience required. Start your career in Ophthalmology with one of the leading organizations in delivering state-of-the art eye care, training future healthcare leaders, and conducting cutting-edge research. We have a robust training program that will provide you with a strong foundation to pursue a multitude of career paths beyond Ophthalmic Technician such as Clinic Manager, Ophthalmic Clinic Supervisor, Assistant Administrator, Orthoptist, Optometrist, Marketing, IT, and Research, to name a few. This is also an opportunity for pre-med students to gain clinical experience during their gap year or prior to applying to medical school, as well. No evening or weekend work required. Follow this link to learn more, https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/wilmer/education/clinical-training/ophthalmic_technician.html

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Clinical

• Records patient history including chief complaint, information on ocular history, past surgeries, medical condition, medications taken, allergies, learning assessment, falls risk and family history.
• Checks pupil response to light by shining light into eye and watching speed with which pupils constrict; checks for afferent pupillary defect.
• Measures central visual field using Amsler Grid.
• Measures and records distance and near visual acuity.
• Measures and records intraocular pressure using applanation tonometry (i.e. Goldman tonometer), pneumatic tonometry, or Schiotz-type indentation tonometer.
• Performs Humphrey visual field testing; refers patients for further testing when appropriate.
• Performs OCT’s, IOL Master measurements, Refractions and Pentacam measurements.
• Tests color vision, depth perception (stereopsis).
• Screens for presence of ocular motility disorders.
• Uses slit lamp to examine eye surface.
• Performs special testing like Bright field Acuity Testing; otential Acuity Meter; and pachymetry.
• Performs basic maintenance or repair of clinical equipment.
• Calculates intraocular lens power using various formulas to fit patient’s needs and situations either manually or by computer.
• Responsible for exam room supplies and maintenance.
• Ensures medication expiration dates are current.
• Notifies Facility Manager when machines are not running properly.
• Disinfects and maintains examination rooms.
• Understands and practices the fundamentals of microbial control.
• Maintains refrigerator logs and ensures sharps containers are emptied.
• Is familiar with JCAHO requirements and ensures clinic practice is compliant with Joint Commission regulations.

Nonclinical

• Duties may include, but are not limited to the following,
• Responsible for Epic handling in-basket messages and answer patient questions.
• Assists with obtaining prior authorizations from insurers for office procedures and medications.
• Manages and maintains drug logs and supplies.
• Helps front desk staff by assisting in triaging appointments, responding to patients’ clinical questions.
• Provides input on templates to maximize patient flow and physician efficiency.
• Manages and orders medications for intravitreal injections.
• Assists with tracking and processing of forms (i.e., MVA, disability, FLMA, Workers comp).
• Has general medical knowledge of ocular anatomy and physiology, systemic diseases, ocular diseases and ocular emergencies.
• Maintains required ophthalmic technician certification.
• Other duties as assigned.

We are seeking anOphthalmic Technician whoseprimary role is to provide technician/clinical support to physicians. This position will be required to work at any one of Wilmer’s locations based on the clinics’ needs. Travel is required.

The Wilmer Eye Institute of Johns Hopkins University has an exciting opportunity for exceptional candidates to train for a career as an Ophthalmic Technician, no experience required. Start your career in Ophthalmology with one of the leading organizations in delivering state-of-the art eye care, training future healthcare leaders, and conducting cutting-edge research. We have a robust training program that will provide you with a strong foundation to pursue a multitude of career paths beyond Ophthalmic Technician such as Clinic Manager, Ophthalmic Clinic Supervisor, Assistant Administrator, Orthoptist, Optometrist, Marketing, IT, and Research, to name a few. This is also an opportunity for pre-med students to gain clinical experience during their gap year or prior to applying to medical school, as well. No evening or weekend work required. Follow this link to learn more, https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/wilmer/education/clinical-training/ophthalmic_technician.html

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Clinical

• Records patient history including chief complaint, information on ocular history, past surgeries, medical condition, medications taken, allergies, learning assessment, falls risk and family history.
• Checks pupil response to light by shining light into eye and watching speed with which pupils constrict; checks for afferent pupillary defect.
• Measures central visual field using Amsler Grid.
• Instills eye drops under physicians’ direction.
• Measures and records distance and near visual acuity.
• Measures and records intraocular pressure using applanation tonometry (i.e. Goldman tonometer), pneumatic tonometry, or Schiotz-type indentation tonometer.
• Performs Humphrey visual field testing; refers patients for further testing when appropriate.
• Performs OCT’s, IOL Master measurements, Refractions and Pentacam measurements.
• Tests color vision, depth perception (stereopsis).
• Screens for presence of ocular motility disorders.
• Uses slit lamp to examine eye surface.
• Performs special testing like Bright field Acuity Testing; otential Acuity Meter; and pachymetry.
• Performs basic maintenance or repair of clinical equipment.
• Performs accurate keratometry readings. adjusting keratometer reading if unobtainable.
• Calculates intraocular lens power using various formulas to fit patient’s needs and situations either manually or by computer.
• Responsible for exam room supplies and maintenance.
• Ensures medication expiration dates are current.
• Notifies Facility Manager when machines are not running properly.
• Disinfects and maintains examination rooms.
• Understands and practices the fundamentals of microbial control.
• Maintains refrigerator logs and ensures sharps containers are emptied.
• Is familiar with JCAHO requirements and ensures clinic practice is compliant with Joint Commission regulations.

Nonclinical

• Duties may include, but are not limited to the following,
• Responsible for Epic handling in-basket messages and answer patient questions.
• Assists with obtaining prior authorizations from insurers for office procedures and medications.
• Manages and maintains drug logs and supplies.
• Helps front desk staff by assisting in triaging appointments, responding to patients’ clinical questions.
• Provides input on templates to maximize patient flow and physician efficiency.
• Manages and orders medications for intravitreal injections.
• Assists with tracking and processing of forms (i.e., MVA, disability, FLMA, Workers comp).
• Has general medical knowledge of ocular anatomy and physiology, systemic diseases, ocular diseases and ocular emergencies.
• Maintains required ophthalmic technician certification.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or graduation equivalent
• One year experience as an Ophthalmic Technician. Must obtain Certified Ophthalmic Asst (COA) from JCAHPO within 18 months of start date. CPR certification also required.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond HS Diploma/Graduation Equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a clinical office setting as an ophthalmic technician.

Classified Title: Ophthalmic Technician
Job Posting Title (Working Title):Ophthalmic Technician
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CE
Starting Salary Range: $19.75 - $35.35 HRLY ($31.42/hour targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
FLSA Status:Non-Exempt
Location:School of Medicine - East Baltimore Campus
Department name: 10002959-SOM Oph General Administration
Personnel area: School of Medicine

Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/ .

Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion .

Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Accommodation Information
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Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine . Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry.This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/ .

The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

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