Pediatric Ophthalmic Tech – AWS, School Health

Montefiore New Rochelle; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Montefiore School Health Program AWS in Bronx, NY seeks a Non Certified Ophthalmic Technician to support vision screenings and eye exams for students in a school-based setting. You will work under an Optometrist or Ophthalmologist providing frontline clinical support and patient care.

Responsibilities include vision tests, pupil exams, and post-exam counseling, with a focus on pediatric needs. A Monday–Friday schedule (8:00a–3:30p) and AWS are offered in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Relevant ophthalmology/optometry experience or certification preferred.
• BLS certification and infection control certificate required.
• Experience with children in pediatric/educational healthcare setting preferred.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical support for vision care and eye examinations to pediatric students under supervision of an Optometrist or Ophthalmologist.
• Safely assist with diagnostic tests, visual acuity screenings, autorefraction and tonometry; collect patient history.
• Deliver patient and family education and post-exam instructions tailored to developmental needs.
• Maintain infection control and safety; document care and results in the electronic health record.

Skills

English communication

Team collaboration

Patient education

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

BLS Certification

Infection Control Certificate

Job description

Montefiore School Health Program AWS in Bronx, NY seeks a Non Certified Ophthalmic Technician to support vision screenings and eye exams for students in a school-based setting. You will work under an Optometrist or Ophthalmologist providing frontline clinical support and patient care.

Responsibilities include vision tests, pupil exams, and post-exam counseling, with a focus on pediatric needs. A Monday–Friday schedule (8:00a–3:30p) and AWS are offered in a dynamic team environment.