Ophthalmic Technician — Vision Diagnostics & Imaging

PHYSICIAN AFFILIATE GROUP OF NEW YORK; New York (NY); On-site; USD 49,287 - 60,240; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Company Contribution

Generous PTO

Medical, Prescription, Dental Coverage

Life Insurance/AD&D

FSAs

Pre-tax commuting

Job summary

Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) seeks an Ophthalmic Technician for NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi and North Central Bronx. Responsibilities include performing ophthalmic tests, imaging, and documenting findings in patient records, with support for physicians and residents.

Required are a four-year high school diploma, CPR certification, and JCAHPO ophthalmic assistant certification or equivalent within 2 years. Strong organizational skills and accuracy are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma and CPR certification.
• JCAHPO ophthalmic assistant certification or within 2 years of appointment.
• Ability to perform and document ophthalmic tests and photography.

Responsibilities

• Perform and record chief complaint and ophthalmic history in patient records.
• Perform automated visual field testing and maintain test records.
• Perform slit lamp examination and external photography with documentation.
• Perform posterior segment imaging and maintain records.
• Maintain inventory of equipment and supplies; ensure sterility of instruments.
• Assist attending physicians with case presentations and scheduling of procedures.

Skills

CPR certified

Ophthalmic assistant

Education

High School Diploma

CPR certification

JCAHPO Ophthalmic Assistant certification

Tools

Slit lamp equipment

Auto visual field testing

Posterior segment imaging

Job description

Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) seeks an Ophthalmic Technician for NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi and North Central Bronx. Responsibilities include performing ophthalmic tests, imaging, and documenting findings in patient records, with support for physicians and residents.

Required are a four-year high school diploma, CPR certification, and JCAHPO ophthalmic assistant certification or equivalent within 2 years. Strong organizational skills and accuracy are essential.