Pediatric Ophthalmic Tech - School Health (AWS)

3000 Montefiore Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Montefiore Medical Center in Bronx, NY seeks a Non Certified Ophthalmic Technician to support vision care in the School Health Program. The role performs screenings, eye exams, and assists with diagnostic tests under supervision of an Optometrist or Ophthalmologist.

Responsibilities include patient education, charting in the EHR, infection control, and collaboration with RNs and school staff to maintain pediatric eye health in a school-based setting. AWS provides alternate schedule options.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED minimum.
• Relevant experience or certification in ophthalmology, optometry, or related clinical healthcare setting.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• Infection Control Certificate.
• Experience working with children in pediatric/educational healthcare settings.
• Effective written, oral, and interpersonal English communication skills.
• Basic data entry and computer retrieval skills.
• Must complete fingerprinting for DOE and DOJ Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical support for vision care and eye examinations in pediatric/adolescent students under supervision.
• Assist with diagnostic eye tests and clinical procedures; collect patient history and prepare patients for examinations.
• Deliver patient and family vision care education and post-exam instructions.
• Maintain a safe environment with infection control and document results in the EHR.
• Collaborate with Optometrists, RNs, and school staff to resolve care issues and adapt to workflow changes.

Skills

English communication

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Montefiore Medical Center in Bronx, NY seeks a Non Certified Ophthalmic Technician to support vision care in the School Health Program. The role performs screenings, eye exams, and assists with diagnostic tests under supervision of an Optometrist or Ophthalmologist.

Responsibilities include patient education, charting in the EHR, infection control, and collaboration with RNs and school staff to maintain pediatric eye health in a school-based setting. AWS provides alternate schedule options.