Ophthalmic Technician: Eye Diagnostics & Surgical Support

Mount Sinai; United States; On-site; USD 46,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Sinai Health System is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to assist ophthalmologists and opticians in performing diagnostic tests for comprehensive patient evaluation. The role includes screening examinations, coordinating tests, and maintaining ophthalmic instruments.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with relevant training and 0-1 year of experience as Ophthalmic Tech/Medical Office Assistant or equivalent. Basic Life Support is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with appropriate training in ophthalmic support.
• 0-1 year minimum as Ophthalmic Tech/Medical Office Assistant or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Performs preliminary screening examinations including visual field tests, ocular motility, color vision, pupillary tests, tonometry, and related procedures.
• Directs patient flow, collects medical/personal data for charts, screens for non-ophthalmic conditions, and coordinates labs, photography, outpatient studies and admissions as requested.
• Calibrates and maintains instruments such as bio-microscopes, lensometer, keratometer, tangent screen, slit lamp and tonometers; cleans and stocks rooms and labs.

Skills

Ophthalmic testing

Venipuncture

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Mount Sinai Health System is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to assist ophthalmologists and opticians in performing diagnostic tests for comprehensive patient evaluation. The role includes screening examinations, coordinating tests, and maintaining ophthalmic instruments.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with relevant training and 0-1 year of experience as Ophthalmic Tech/Medical Office Assistant or equivalent. Basic Life Support is preferred.