Ophthalmic Technician Apprenticeship - Multiple Locations

Ochsner Health; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician Apprentice as part of the Workforce Development Program. Under supervision, you will engage in formal instruction, clinical rotations, and on-the-job training to prepare for progression to the Ophthalmic Technician role.

The program emphasizes patient care, clerical and clinical duties, and learning milestones within an apprenticeship framework, with the goal of developing competent staff able to support ophthalmology clinic

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Preferred 1 year experience in healthcare or patient-facing environment.
• BLS certification required or obtained within defined timeframe.
• Certified Ophthalmology Assistant and Certified Ophthalmic Technician to be obtained.
• Proficiency with computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Ability to learn ophthalmic clinical procedures and workflows.

Responsibilities

• Participates in a structured ophthalmic technician apprenticeship program with coursework, clinical rotations, and required on-the-job training hours.
• Meets learning milestones and competency expectations outlined by the apprenticeship program.
• Learns and assists with managing patient flow in and out of examination rooms.
• Assists in retrieving, preparing, and organizing patient information for provider review.
• Learns to prepare patients for examinations, procedures, and provider visits under supervision.
• Assists with cleaning, stocking, and maintaining exam rooms, procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment.
• Under supervision, learns to perform basic ophthalmic assessments and preliminary testing.
• Documents patient information in the medical record according to department guidelines and training scope.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including respect for privacy and effective communication.
• Performs other duties as assigned and complies with all policies.

Skills

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Willingness to learn

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

The Ophthalmic Technician Apprentice is a training role through Ochsner’s Workforce Development Program designed to prepare individuals for progression into the Ophthalmic Technician position. Under the supervision of licensed healthcare providers and experienced ophthalmic staff, the incumbent participates in a structured apprenticeship program that combines formal instruction, clinical rotations, and on the job training. The apprentice progressively learns to support ophthalmology clinic operations and provide direct patient care while completing required competencies and learning milestones within the designated apprenticeship framework.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

Locations

New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Covington, and Shreveport

Education

• Required - High School Diploma/GED

Work Experience

• Preferred - 1 year Experience in a healthcare, clinical, or patient facing environment

Certifications

• Required - Basic Life Support - BLS from the American Heart Association, or obtained within a defined timeframe following hire per department standards
• Required - Certified Opthalmology Assistant - To Be Obtained -EverCheck upon completion of approximately 1,000 documented training hours
• Required - Certified Opthamology Technician - To Be Obtained - EverCheck upon completion of approximately 2,000 documented training hours

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web based applications
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Organizational skills
• Ability to learn and apply ophthalmic clinical procedures and workflows
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with patient privacy requirements
• Willingness and ability to learn in a fast paced clinical environment under supervision

Job Duties

• Commits to and actively participates in a structured ophthalmic technician apprenticeship or training program, including coursework, clinical rotations, and required on the job training hours
• Assumes responsibility for meeting learning milestones and competency expectations outlined by the apprenticeship program
• Learns and assists with managing patient flow in and out of examination rooms
• Assists in retrieving, preparing, and organizing patient information for provider review
• Learns to prepare patients for examinations, procedures, and provider visits under supervision
• Assists with cleaning, stocking, and maintaining exam rooms, procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment
• Under supervision, learns to perform basic ophthalmic assessments and preliminary testing appropriate to training level
• Documents patient information in the medical record according to department guidelines and training scope
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions, and communication style
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid.
The incumbent has no occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases .

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

_ Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site. _ Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.

Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.”