Pediatric Ophthalmic Technician - AWS (School Health)

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

Job summary

Montefiore School Health Program is seeking a Non Certified Ophthalmic Technician to support student vision and eye health in a school-based setting. The AWS schedule offers consistent weekday hours and a focus on pediatric eye care.

Join a program committed to underserved communities, providing vision screenings, exams, and collaborative care with Optometrists, RNs, and school staff for students from September through June.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification and Infection Control certificate required.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Basic data entry and computer retrieval skills.
• Must complete fingerprinting for DOE and Justice Center Security Clearance.
• OHS Annual Assessment & Fit Test requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical support for vision care and eye examinations for pediatric students under supervision.
• Assist with diagnostic eye tests, screenings, autorefractor, tonometry, and related procedures.
• Deliver patient and family vision care education and post-exam instructions.
• Maintain infection control and safety standards; document care and results in the EHR.
• Collaborate with Optometrists, RNs, and school staff to coordinate patient care.

Skills

English communication

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BLS Certification

Infection Control Certificate

Job description

Montefiore School Health Program is seeking a Non Certified Ophthalmic Technician to support student vision and eye health in a school-based setting. The AWS schedule offers consistent weekday hours and a focus on pediatric eye care.

Join a program committed to underserved communities, providing vision screenings, exams, and collaborative care with Optometrists, RNs, and school staff for students from September through June.