Ophthalmology Technician

Akron Children's; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children's is seeking an Ophthalmology Technician to support clinical and research functions by preparing and performing assigned eye procedures for pediatric and adult patients under physician supervision. The role is onsite with travel to regional sites as needed.

Responsibilities include preparing equipment, assisting with testing procedures, and addressing the comprehensive care needs of patients across age groups.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an approved Ophthalmic Technician/Assistant program preferred.
• JCAO certification or eligible preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of direct patient care in healthcare required.
• Experience in ophthalmology or pediatrics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares equipment and patients for ophthalmic testing procedures.
• Assists physicians with performing various ophthalmic testing procedures.
• Demonstrates care for the physical, psychological, social, educational, and safety needs of patients.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Team collaboration

Patient care

Healthcare experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Ophthalmic Technician/Assistant program

JCAO Ophthalmology certification or eligible

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Summary

Onsite with Travel to Regional Sites Required. The Ophthalmology Technician supports clinical and research functions of department by preparing/performing assigned eye procedures on pediatric and adult patients under supervision of physician.

Monday- Friday 8 - 4:30

Responsibilities

• Prepares equipment and patients for ophthalmic testing procedures.
• Assists physicians with performing various ophthalmic testing procedures.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the physical, psychological, social, educational, and safety needs of the patients served regardless of age.
• Other duties as required.

Technical Expertise

• Experience working with all levels within an organization is required.
• Proficiency in MS Office [Outlook, Excel, Word] or similar software is required.
• Experience in ophthalmology is preferred.
• Experience in pediatrics is preferred.

Education and Experience

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required. Completion of an approved Ophthalmic Technician/Assistant program preferred.
• Certification: Joint Commission on Allied Personnel in Ophthalmology certification or certification-eligible is preferred.
• Years of relevant experience: A minimum of 1 year of experience in healthcare, providing direct patient care is required. Vision center or ophthalmic experience is preferred.
• Years of experience supervising: None

Full Time

FTE: 1.000000
Status: Onsite