Ophthalmic Technician: Eye Care Navigator

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discount

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Penn State Health Hershey Medical Center is seeking an ophthalmic assistant to support physicians in eye examinations and treatments. Duties include preparing exam rooms, reviewing schedules, and performing basic vision screenings.

Responsibilities also cover administering eye medications, maintaining ophthalmic instruments, and assisting during minor surgeries, with a requirement for BLS or acquisition within 6 months.

Qualifications

• Must have High School diploma or GED.
• BLS certification required or within 6 months of employment.
• One of: 1 year eye practice, 1 year Medical Assistant, or graduate of accredited Medical Assistant program.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians in eye exam and treatment; prepare rooms and instruments.
• Review appointment schedules and perform basic vision screening.
• Administer eye medications and assist during minor surgeries.

Skills

Eye care experience

Medical Assistant experience

Basic Life Support Certification

Education

High School diploma or GED

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Penn State Health Hershey Medical Center is seeking an ophthalmic assistant to support physicians in eye examinations and treatments. Duties include preparing exam rooms, reviewing schedules, and performing basic vision screenings.

Responsibilities also cover administering eye medications, maintaining ophthalmic instruments, and assisting during minor surgeries, with a requirement for BLS or acquisition within 6 months.