Ophthalmology Tech

Rochester Regional Health; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health in Potsdam is seeking an Ophthalmology Tech to support daily patient care in the Optical department. The role requires knowledge of ophthalmic practice, instrumentation, patient safety, and effective communication with patients and staff.

You will promptly assist the doctor, manage patient flow, perform basic eye tests and imaging, sterilize instruments, and maintain exam rooms and equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Ambulatory medical setting experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Friendly, courteous, patient service-oriented.
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant within 24 months of hire preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctor in patient care promptly and professionally.
• Manage patient flow and scheduling within the optical department.
• Demonstrate knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms, and ocular medications.
• Obtain medical, ocular, and social history from patients and document properly.
• Perform visual acuity testing at distance and near; conduct ocular motility and pupillary exams.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Customer service

Friendly demeanor

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Ophthalmology Tech

Location: St Lawrence Hospital (49 Law Ave., Potsdam, NY 13676)

Department: Optical

Hours Per Week: 37.5 hours, Full-time, 8-hour shifts

Schedule: Monday-Friday, Day Shift

Summary

Responsible for daily patient care and flow. Position requires good understanding of ophthalmic practice and patient care, knowledge of medical instrumentation and its proper care and usage needed, an ability to assess common safety hazards and take precautions to establish a safe work environment required. Ability to communicate with patients, co-workers and supervisor is critical. Must be willing to help in all areas and understand the need for efficient use of time.

Key Responsibilities

• Promptly and professionally assist the doctor in patient care.


• Manages patient flow.


• Demonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy, disease, symptoms, and ocular meds.


• Obtains a thorough medical, ocular, and social history and chief complaint from the patient.


• Obtains visual acuity both at distance and near.


• Obtains or performs ocular motility, pupillary exams, confrontational fields, and neutral-density glasses.


• Performs basic color vision screening using the Ishihara or Farnsworth D-15 color vision test.


• Performs specialized visual acuity testing, including a brightness acuity tester (BAT) and a potential acuity meter (PAM).


• Performs imaging using diagnostic equipment: Fundus photography, external photography, Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), and Optomap Ultra-wide field.


• Performs diagnostic testing using the following diagnostic equipment: Humphrey Visual Field, Corneal Topography, Lenstar, IOL Master, Specular Microscopy, Pachymetry, and Auto-refractor.


• Measure the patient’s intraocular pressure using either the Goldman tonometer, Perkins tonometer or Tonopen.


• Administers eye drops to patients in accordance with provider instructions, utilizing proper eye drop techniques and sterility.


• Clean, stock and prepare exam rooms.


• Maintain, clean and sterilize ophthalmic instruments.


• Maintains and cleans all equipment being utilized and reports if not in working condition.


• Maintains patient confidentiality.


• Comply with all HIPPA requirements.


• Performs other duties assigned.

Required Qualifications

• None

Required Licensure/Certification Skills

• None

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Preferred experience in an ambulatory medical setting but not required.


• Ability to work in a team environment.


• Friendly, courteous, and patient service-oriented


• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant within 24 months of hire preferred.

Rochester General Health System is an Equal Opportunity / Affimative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Physical Requirements

Light - Clinical - Light clinical roles involve frequent standing and walking, with occasional lifting of light objects (≤20 lbs.) and routine reaching, grasping, and fine manipulation for tasks such as patient care, laboratory work, or specimen processing. Staff rely on strong visual and auditory acuity to accurately observe specimens, read instrumentation, monitor patients, respond to alarms, and communicate effectively with care teams. Cognitive demands include multitasking, prioritizing clinical and laboratory workflows, and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams. Emotional resilience is necessary due to frequent interruptions, shifting priorities, and the need for precise and compassionate interaction with patients and colleagues. Environmental exposures may include infectious materials, biological specimens, cleaning agents, sharps, chemical reagents, and wet surfaces. PPE use, TB testing, and schedule flexibility are commonly required.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

Pay Range

$20.00 - $28.00

City

Potsdam

Postal Code

13676

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.