SR OPHTHALMIC TECHNICIAN - (Temple Faculty Physicians/40 hours days)

Temple Health – Temple University Health System; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking healthcare provider is seeking a Senior Ophthalmic Technician to join their dynamic team. This role involves assisting with patient histories, performing essential diagnostic tests, and ensuring regulatory compliance in a fast-paced environment. As part of a network committed to advancing medical science and providing excellent patient care, you will play a crucial role in enhancing patient throughput and operational efficiency. If you are passionate about patient care and have the required certifications, this is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a leading healthcare organization.

Qualifications

• 4 years of relevant clinical experience in ophthalmology.
• Experience with patient work-up and surgical assistance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient histories and perform special tests.
• Oversee daily operations related to patient care.

Skills

Patient Work-Up

Surgical Assistance

Diagnostic Tests

Lensometry

Visual Fields

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Ophthalmic Equipment

Job description

SR OPHTHALMIC TECHNICIAN - (Temple Faculty Physicians/40 hours days)

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Under the direction of the Ophthalmology team, assists with taking histories, auto fractions, lensometry, K-reading, visual fields, and A and B scans. Oversees daily operations related to patient care and throughput, rooms patients, performs special tests, and participates in regulatory readiness and compliance initiatives.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree (Preferred)
• Experience: 4 Years Relevant Clinical Experience (Required), Surgical assistance experience (Required), General knowledge of and experience with patient work-up (Required), related diagnostic tests and equipment (Required)
• Licenses/Certifications: COA - Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (Required)

About Temple Health

Temple Health is a dynamic network of hospitals, specialty centers, and physician practices committed to advancing medical science, educating future healthcare professionals, and providing excellent patient care. It includes Temple University Hospital, Fox Chase Cancer Center, and other campuses, affiliated with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University.

Additional Information

Temple Health is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.

Employment Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare