Ophthalmic Technician: Elevate Vision Care

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Medstar Health has an opportunity for an Ophthalmic Technician to join our team at Medstar team! The Ophthalmic Technician provides primary ophthalmic care to patients under moderate supervision, performing history, preliminary exams, subspecialty tests, and contact lens work.

Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, recognized as one of the Healthiest Maryland Businesses. Eligibility includes COT/COA within 180 days and CPR/BLS/NRP within 90 days.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2 years' experience as an ophthalmic technician or ophthalmic assistant.
• Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) within 180 Days.
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) within 180 Days.
• CPR (Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation) including BLS and NRP for healthcare providers from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) within 90 days.
• Associate degree in related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Acquaints all new patients with the office procedures to which they will be exposed.
• Audits clinical supply levels and reports below-par items.
• Participates in meetings and committees and represents the department in outreach efforts.
• Performs documentation and measurement tasks including Visual Activity, Retinoscopy, Dilation, and Ophthalmic Imaging.
• Provides telephone support regarding ocular emergencies and handles front desk duties when needed.

Skills

Ophthalmic experience

Experience requirements

Education

High School Diploma or GED

COT certification

COA certification

CPR/BLS/NRP certification

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Medstar Health has an opportunity for an Ophthalmic Technician to join our team at Medstar team! The Ophthalmic Technician provides primary ophthalmic care to patients under moderate supervision, performing history, preliminary exams, subspecialty tests, and contact lens work.

Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, recognized as one of the Healthiest Maryland Businesses. Eligibility includes COT/COA within 180 days and CPR/BLS/NRP within 90 days.