Ophthalmology Technician

Akron Children’s Hospital; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children's Hospital in Akron, OH is seeking an Ophthalmology Technician to support clinical and research eye procedures for pediatric and adult patients under physician supervision. You will prepare equipment and patients and assist physicians with ophthalmic testing in a fast-paced ophthalmology clinic.

This full-time, onsite role requires travel to regional sites including Beachwood. A high school diploma is required; ophthalmic technician training or JCAO certification is preferred,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an approved Ophthalmic Technician/Assistant program preferred.
• 1 year of healthcare direct patient care experience required; vision center or ophthalmic experience preferred.
• Certification by JCAO or eligibility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares equipment and patients for ophthalmic testing procedures.
• Assists physicians with performing ophthalmic testing procedures.
• Demonstrates ability to provide care for pediatric and adult patients across physical, psychological, social, educational, and safety needs.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Experience working with all levels

Ophthalmology experience preferred

Pediatrics experience preferred

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Ophthalmic Technician/Assistant program preferred

JCAO certification preferred

Tools

MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Job description

Full-Time, Days

Onsite

Travel to Regional Sites Required, Including Beachwood

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

• 1. Prepares equipment and patients for ophthalmic testing procedures.
• 2. Assists physicians with performing various ophthalmic testing procedures.
• 3. 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.
• 4. Other duties as required.

Other information

Technical Expertise

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

Education and Experience

• 1. Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required. Completion of an approved Ophthalmic Technician/Assistant program preferred.
• 2. Certification: Joint Commission on Allied Personnel in Ophthalmology certification or certification-eligible is preferred.
• 3. 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.
• 4. Years of experience supervising: None

Full Time

FTE: 1.000000

Status: Onsite