Visual Field Technician: Eye Care Diagnostics

University of Miami; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Tuition remission

Job summary

The University of Miami's Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Palm Beach Gardens, FL, is seeking a full‑time Visual Field Technician to support ophthalmic testing and patient care. The role involves performing visual field tests (Humphrey, confrontation, VRVF), prepping patients, educating them, and ensuring equipment is calibrated, while collaborating with physicians and staff.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, at least 1 year of relevant experience, and BLS certification;

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent/relevant experience, certification or license.
• Experience: Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
• Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Determines the optical characteristics of spectacle lenses with the lensometer.
• Performs test procedures on patients of all ages, including confrontation fields, Humphrey visual fields, VRVF, tangent screen, Amsler grid, and contact lens insertion/removal.
• Educate patients on testing procedures.
• Monitor the progress of patients during diagnostic testing and consultations.
• Serve as a liaison between physicians and patients and within departments.
• Maintain equipment calibration and proper working order.
• Participate in clinical research and maintain required certifications.

Skills

Learning Agility

Teamwork

Technical Proficiency

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent/relevant experience

Job description

The University of Miami's Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Palm Beach Gardens, FL, is seeking a full‑time Visual Field Technician to support ophthalmic testing and patient care. The role involves performing visual field tests (Humphrey, confrontation, VRVF), prepping patients, educating them, and ensuring equipment is calibrated, while collaborating with physicians and staff.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, at least 1 year of relevant experience, and BLS certification;