Ophthalmic Technician | Full-Time

Wills Eye Hospital•Philadelphia, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Wills Eye Hospital is hiring an Ophthalmic Technician in Philadelphia, PA. In this role, you’ll provide a variety of preliminary ocular assessment activities, including but not limited to, obtaining a complete and accurate medical history, visual acuity and stereo testing, lensometry, motility, applanation tonometry, pupil dilation, potential acuity meter testing and, and manifest refraction/autorefractometry under the direct supervision of the Ophthalmologist/Optometrist. This is a Full-Time 40 hours per week opportunity for someone who wants to have patient interaction without high-stress critical care, who has an interest in eye health and vision care, and wants to expand their knowledge. In this role, you’ll support patients, providers, and clinical teams while helping deliver high-quality ophthalmic care. You’ll manage patient flow through the eye clinic and contribute to a positive patient experience. You’ll be successful if you enjoy working in a fast-paced clinical environment, have strong attention to detail, and value patient interaction.

Requirements

High School diploma required.
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) after two (2) years on the job required.
Two (2) years of clinical/healthcare experience required.

Nice To Haves

Proven record of attention to detail, ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Proficient and accurate computer typing skills.
Must be able to effectively communicate both in writing and orally.
Broad knowledge base of ophthalmic terminology.

Responsibilities

Provides assistance to the physician with examination procedures and other patient care activities as requested.
Oversees the efficient flow of patients through the eye clinic, assuring that resources are sufficient for scheduled patients and that they are directed appropriately.
When appropriate, performs lensometry, including reading lenses with multifocal and progressive adds, power of sphere, axis of cylinder power and orientation of prism.
Performs intraocular pressure assessments through the use of applanation tonometry and also utilizing the tonopen.
Instills dilating drops (and other ophthalmic drops) per physician's instructions.
Interacts and communicates in a professional manner with fellow employees, medical staff and other health team professionals.
Ensures that exam rooms are stocked with appropriate instruments, as well as patient handouts, & any other equipment/materials, as required by physicians.