Ophthalmic Technician

1 month ago

Columbia, Maryland, United States Johns Hopkins University Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Ophthalmic Technician to join our team at the Wilmer Eye Institute of Johns Hopkins University. As a key member of our clinical team, you will provide exceptional patient care and support to our physicians and staff.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide clinical support to physicians, including taking patient histories, measuring visual acuity, and performing diagnostic tests.
  • Assist with patient care, including administering eye drops, measuring intraocular pressure, and performing visual field tests.
  • Compile and enter data for clinical studies and participate in other research projects.
  • Teach patients how to insert and remove contact lenses correctly and provide proper handling techniques.
  • Perform basic maintenance and repair of clinical equipment.
  • Assist with in-office procedures and ensure exam room supply maintenance.
  • Responsible for maintaining and sterilizing instruments, disinfecting and maintaining examination rooms, and understanding and practicing the fundamentals of microbial control.
  • Review and respond to patient questions, Epic in-basket messages, and route in-basket messages to physicians as needed.
  • Process patients' medication refill requests and assist with obtaining authorizations from insurers for medications and upcoming in-office procedures.
Requirements
  • High School Diploma or graduation equivalent.
  • One year experience as an Ophthalmic Technician. Must obtain Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) from JCAHPO within 18 months of start date.
  • CPR certification required.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior experience in a clinical office setting as an ophthalmic technician.
Work Environment

This is a full-time position, Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm. The ideal candidate will be able to remain in a stationary position for 50% of the time and be able to move about to escort patients to the exam rooms and different departments, gather and replace supplies, and stock rooms.

The person in this position frequently communicates with patients and must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Ability to safely utilize various types of ophthalmic equipment to directly contact the patient's eye. Occasionally lifts and transports supplies up to 20 lbs.

About Johns Hopkins University

Johns Hopkins University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. The university promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.

  • Ophthalmic Technician Assistant

    1 month ago

    Columbia, Maryland, United States Johns Hopkins University Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Ophthalmic Technician Assistant to join our team at Johns Hopkins University. As a key member of our eye care team, you will assist ophthalmologists with patient care, perform ophthalmic testing, and provide exceptional patient services.Key ResponsibilitiesObtain and record accurate patient...

  • Retina Scribe Technician

    1 month ago

    Columbia, Maryland, United States National Retina Institute Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Retina Scribe-Technician to join our team at National Retina Institute. As a key member of our clinical staff, you will provide accurate documentation and summarization of patient examinations and recommendations, while maintaining patient flow and communication.ResponsibilitiesEstablish rapport with patients and initiate...

  • Retina Specialist

    1 month ago

    Columbia, Maryland, United States National Retina Institute Full time

    OverviewNational Retina Institute is seeking a skilled and experienced Retina/Ophthalmic Technician to join our team in Columbia and Olney, MD offices. We offer a robust benefits package, a team-oriented working environment, and clear career ladder opportunities.ResponsibilitiesConduct thorough patient work-ups, including gathering medical history, ocular...

  • Ophthalmic Technician

    2 weeks ago

    Columbia, United States Johns Hopkins University Full time

    Working with faculty, Clinic Manager and Clinic Supervisor, we are seeking a COOphthalmic Technician‘swhose primary role is to provide technician/clinical support to physicians.Secondary responsibilities include limited administrative duties such as responding to messages from patients and physicians and assisting with patient requests for refills, forms...

  • Retina Technician

    1 month ago

    Columbia, United States National Retina Institute Full time

    OverviewNational Retina Institute is seeking a skilled Retina/Ophthalmic Technician candidate for our Columbia and Olney, Md. offices. No nights, no major holidays, a robust benefits package, a team oriented working environment where you are seen, heard and respected as well as clear career ladder opportunities.Our preferred candidate must bring at least 2...

  • Scribe/Retina Technician

    1 month ago

    Columbia, United States National Retina Institute Full time

    OverviewNational Retina Institute is seeking a skilled Retina Scribe-Technician candidate for our Columbia and Olney, Md. offices. No nights, no major holidays, a robust benefits package, a team oriented working environment where you are seen, heard and respected as well as clear career ladder opportunities.Our preferred candidate must bring at least 2 years...

  • Quality Operations Clean Room Technician Tier I

    3 weeks ago

    West Columbia, United States Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corp Full time

    Corporate StatementNephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation is a privately-owned global leader in the manufacturing of generic drug products, over-the-counter (OTC) drug products and medical devices. Nephron' s products are sterile, preservative and additive free and proudly made in the USA! We are headquartered in West Columbia, South Carolina. Our location...

  • Quality Operations Clean Room Technician Tier I

    3 weeks ago

    West Columbia, United States Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corp Full time

    Corporate Statement Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation is a privately-owned global leader in the manufacturing of generic drug products, over-the-counter (OTC) drug products and medical devices. Nephron' s products are sterile, preservative and additive free and proudly made in the USA! We are headquartered in West Columbia, South Carolina. Our location...