Ophthalmology Technician

Akron Children's; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children's seeks an Ophthalmology Technician to support clinical and research functions by preparing and performing assigned eye procedures on pediatric and adult patients under physician supervision. This full-time, on-site role requires travel to regional sites and collaboration with physicians, nurses, and imaging staff to ensure accurate testing and compassionate patient care.

A high school diploma or equivalent is required; ophthalmic technician training or certification eligibility

Qualifications

• 1+ year of healthcare direct patient care experience required.
• Ophthalmology or pediatrics experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent; ophthalmic technician training preferred.

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.

Skills

Experience working with all levels

MS Office suite

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Ophthalmic Technician/Assistant program preferred

Joint Commission on Allied Personnel in Ophthalmology certification or eligible

Tools

MS Office suite

Job description

Full-Time, Days

Onsite, Travel required to regional sites

Summary

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.

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.

Other information

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