Pediatric Ophthalmic Technician — Day Shift

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) seeks an ophthalmic technician to assist clinicians with patient care, perform diagnostic tests, and help manage clinic flow. The role involves communicating with patients and families, maintaining sterile techniques, and traveling to satellite offices in Pennsylvania and New Jersey as needed.

Required is a High School Diploma or GED and 1 year of ophthalmic technician experience; 2 years preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum 1 year ophthalmic technician experience required.
• 2 years ophthalmic technician experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of eye anatomy, physiology, and pathology.
• HIPAA regulations knowledge.
• Proficient with EPIC EMR and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Able to travel to satellite offices in PA/NJ.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with patient care by interviewing patients and recording histories.
• Perform diagnostic testing: visual acuity, visual fields, tonometry, refractions, dye tests, fundus photos, OCT.
• Maintain equipment and sterilize instruments daily.
• Manage patient flow and guide physicians between patients.
• Assist the doctor in patient care promptly and professionally.
• Perform workups and tests including advanced ophthalmic exams.
• Use proper eyedrop technique and maintain sterility.
• Document patient history and ROS efficiently.
• Communicate follow-up care, scheduling, and changes to patients and families.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and report equipment issues.

Skills

Ophthalmic exam workup

Ophthalmic testing equipment

Eye anatomy knowledge

Pediatrics knowledge

HIPAA knowledge

EPIC EMR

MS Office

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Ophthalmic diagnostic equipment

Sterilization procedures

Job description

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) seeks an ophthalmic technician to assist clinicians with patient care, perform diagnostic tests, and help manage clinic flow. The role involves communicating with patients and families, maintaining sterile techniques, and traveling to satellite offices in Pennsylvania and New Jersey as needed.

Required is a High School Diploma or GED and 1 year of ophthalmic technician experience; 2 years preferred.