Senior Pediatric Ophthalmic Technician - Lead Eye Clinic Ops

Children's National Medical Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 4,600 - 7,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Generous paid time off

401(k) plan

Life, AD&D, long-term disability

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Children's National Medical Center in Washington, DC seeks a Senior Ophthalmic Technician to perform specialized testing and assist physicians with complex eye examinations. The role involves overseeing eye clinic workflow, coordinating staff, and supporting residents and fellows in ophthalmic procedures.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED plus ophthalmic training, and at least 5 years in pediatric ophthalmology.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; ophthalmic assistant, technician or technologist training.
• 5 years experience minimum; pediatric ophthalmology clinic preferred.
• Competence in retinoscopy, Goldmann and Humphrey perimetry, and OCT.
• Strong communication with patients, families, coworkers, and physicians.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual fields and visual acuity testing; conduct objective and subjective refraction and related ophthalmic tests (fundus photography, ERG, OCT, A- and B-ultrasonography, Pachymetry).
• Perform orthoptic sensory evaluations.
• Assist physicians with procedures and advanced examination techniques.
• Oversee coordination of Grand Rounds and visiting professorships; supervise technical staff across clinics.

Skills

Retinoscopy

Goldmann perimetry

Humphrey perimetry

OCT (Ocular Coherence Tomography)

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED; ophthalmic assistant/technician training

Tools

Ophthalmic imaging equipment

Job description

Children's National Medical Center in Washington, DC seeks a Senior Ophthalmic Technician to perform specialized testing and assist physicians with complex eye examinations. The role involves overseeing eye clinic workflow, coordinating staff, and supporting residents and fellows in ophthalmic procedures.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED plus ophthalmic training, and at least 5 years in pediatric ophthalmology.