Ophthalmic Technician II: Imaging & Diagnostics

Christiana Care Health System; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

32 days PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Retirement plans

Job summary

ChristianaCare in Wilmington, DE is seeking a full-time Ophthalmic Technician II to support the Ophthalmology department. The role involves advanced diagnostic testing, imaging, and assistance with patient evaluations and procedures across acute, inpatient, and ambulatory eye care settings.

This split role also supports neuro-ophthalmology two days a week, with a schedule Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm, including 3 days in Wilmington and 2 days in Newark.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certified by IJCAHPO (International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology) required or complete certification within 1 year post hire date
• Basic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association
• At least three (3) years of ophthalmic technician experience- preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced ophthalmic testing and imaging, including visual acuity assessments, refractions, tonometry, visual fields, OCT, and fundus photography.
• Obtain patient histories, prepare patients for examinations and procedures, and assist with hospital-based and office procedures.
• Administer ophthalmic medications and support emergency and inpatient consults.
• Maintain ophthalmic equipment to ensure high-quality patient care.

Skills

Ophthalmic testing

Ophthalmic imaging

Refractions

Tonometry

Visual acuity assessment

OCT

Fundus photography

Patient history taking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

IJCAHPO certification

BLS (AHA)

Job description

ChristianaCare in Wilmington, DE is seeking a full-time Ophthalmic Technician II to support the Ophthalmology department. The role involves advanced diagnostic testing, imaging, and assistance with patient evaluations and procedures across acute, inpatient, and ambulatory eye care settings.

This split role also supports neuro-ophthalmology two days a week, with a schedule Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm, including 3 days in Wilmington and 2 days in Newark.