Ophthalmic Technician I

Tulane group; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Tulane University is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician I to support eye cancer care in the Ocular Oncology Clinic, under physician supervision. The role involves direct patient care, assisting with ophthalmic services, and maintaining inventory while coordinating with staff and vendors.

Requirements include a high school diploma, ABO certification within the first year, and prior optical retail experience. This is a part-time daytime position based in New Orleans, LA.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of retail experience in optical, low vision, and contact lens sales.
• ABO Certification through NOCE within the first year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under physician supervision.
• Assist with ophthalmic care delivery and lab services.
• Maintain inventory control and liaise with vendors.

Skills

Retail optical sales

Communication skills

Medical software experience

Education

High school diploma

ABO Certification (NOCE within 1st year)

Some college

BLS/CPR training (AHA)

Tools

EPIC

Job description

An Ophthalmic Technician I is a specialized ophthalmic professional who assists eye cancer specialists in diagnosing and treating tumors of the eye, eyelid, and orbit. Manages daily activities at the Tulane University School of Medicine Department of Ophthalmology Ocular Oncology Clinic. The Ophthalmic Technician I will provide individualized, direct patient care of assigned patients under the supervision of a physician. Assists in the implementation and evaluation of the delivery of Ophthalmological care services. Works with Ophthalmology faculty, patients, and staff. Acts as liaison between Tulane Ophthalmology and vendors/representatives. This includes, but is not limited to, filling prescriptions for glasses and contact lenses, takes accurate measurements and fits products on the patients, and performs finishing lab services and minor adjustments and repairs. Maintains strict inventory control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills are necessary.
• Medical Software experience EPIC, etc.
• Strong communication, organizational, and management skills.
• Must be adaptive in accepting new and varied requests from patients and physicians.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks concurrently.
• Ability to work independently and improvise in special request cases.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and high standards of performance.
• Able to communicate effectively both in writing and orally to physicians, staff, patients, and family members.
• Ability to perform ophthalmology examinations in a high patient volume department.
• Must have strong decision-making skills.
• Ability to obtain and transcribe all information accurately, neatly, and clearly.
• Ability to operate a computer, knowledge of basic Microsoft software, and use a multi-line telephone.

REQUIRED BACKGROUND CHECK, PHYSICAL, AND DRUG SCREENING FOR INCUMBENTS WHO HAVE CONTACT OR EXPOSURE TO ANIMALS OR ANIMAL TISSUES: Selected candidates must complete and pass a background check and an occupational health screening as a condition of employment. For identified jobs, drug screening will also be required. The background investigation required occupational health screening, and any required drug screening will be conducted after a conditional employment offer has been extended.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of retail experience in optical, low vision, and contact lens sales.
• ABO Certification through NOCE within the first year of employment (with certification maintenance through CME courses)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• ABO Certification through CLRE (with certification maintenance through CME courses)
• Some college.
• Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (CPR, BLS) -American Heart Association

About Us

Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities.

Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at [e-mail] .

Job Info

• Job Identification 1982
• Job Category Patient Care
• Posting Date 09/24/2026, 01:47 PM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations New Orleans, LA, United States United States