Ophthalmic Technician (Ophthalmology)

We are seeking an Ophthalmic Technician who will assist the Ophthalmologist by performing ocular examination and testing and supporting clinical operations.

• The Wilmer Eye Institute of Johns Hopkins University has an exciting opportunity for exceptional candidates to train for a career as an Ophthalmic Technician, no experience required.
• Start your career in Ophthalmology with one of the leading organizations in delivering state-of-the art eye care, training future healthcare leaders, and conducting cutting-edge research.
• We have a robust training program that will provide you with a strong foundation to pursue a multitude of career paths beyond Ophthalmic Technician such as Clinic Manager, Ophthalmic Clinic Supervisor, Assistant Administrator, Orthoptist, Optometrist, Marketing, IT, and Research, to name a few.
• This is also an opportunity for pre-med students to gain clinical experience during their gap year or prior to applying to medical school, as well.
• No evening or weekend work required.
• Follow this link to learn more, https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/wilmer/education/clinical-training/ophthalmic_technician.html

Specific

Duties and Responsibilities

Obtain and concisely record an accurate patient history, including chief complaint, past ocular history, family history, systemic illness, medications, allergies and drug reactions, and social history.

• Perform elements of the preliminary eye exam and ancillary testing Measure visual acuity at distance and near utilizing test appropriate for age and education, and record accurately.
• Perform pinhole testing when indicated.
• Perform and record Ishihara or HRR color vision testing, Amsler grid testing, and Schirmer testing.
• Accurately measure and record current lens power with a lensometer.
• Evaluate pupillary reactions, including afferent pupillary defect.
• Perform basic slit lamp exam, including evaluation of anterior chamber depth.
• Measure and record intraocular pressure using Goldmann applanation, Tono-pen, or iCare tonometry.