Ophthalmic Technician: Eye Care Testing Pro

Vanderbilt Health; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health is seeking an ophthalmic support professional to perform basic and intermediate ophthalmic workups for new and returning patients at VEI Campus Peds in Nashville. The role includes assisting faculty, residents, and staff, interacting with patients using AIDET, and upholding safety and quality standards across the clinic.

The position emphasizes accurate testing, patient care, and proactive administrative support, with a focus on teamwork within Vanderbilt Health’s ophthalmology

Qualifications

• 1 year of ophthalmology-related work experience.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic and intermediate ophthalmic workup and specialized testing with minimal supervision.
• Assists faculty, residents and technical staff with daily clinical needs as directed.
• Interacts with the patient in a professional manner using AIDET techniques.
• Maintains clean working environment, stocked rooms, equipment, and EOC guidelines.
• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

Skills

Ophthalmic Testing

Ophthalmic Disorders

Patient Evaluation

Ophthalmology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Vanderbilt Health is seeking an ophthalmic support professional to perform basic and intermediate ophthalmic workups for new and returning patients at VEI Campus Peds in Nashville. The role includes assisting faculty, residents, and staff, interacting with patients using AIDET, and upholding safety and quality standards across the clinic.

The position emphasizes accurate testing, patient care, and proactive administrative support, with a focus on teamwork within Vanderbilt Health’s ophthalmology