Ophthalmic Technician (Ophthalmology)

Overview We are seeking an Ophthalmic Technician whose primary role is to provide technician/clinical support to physicians by performing patient work-ups and diagnostic testing. The position also requires supporting the Clinic Manager, reviewing and responding to in-basket messages from patients, addressing requests for Rx refills, forms completion and assisting to obtain prior authorizations from insurance carriers. 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. Learn more at Specific Duties & Responsibilities Records patient history including chief complaint, information on ocular history, past surgeries, medical condition, medications taken, allergies, learning assessment, falls risk and family history. Checks pupil response to light by shining light into eye and watching speed with which pupils constrict; checks for afferent pupillary defect. Measures central visual field using Amsler Grid. Instills eye drops under physicians' direction. Measures and records distance and near visual acuity. Measures and records intraocular pressure using applanation tonometry (i.e. Goldman tonometer), pneumatic tonometry, or Schiotz-type indentation tonometer. Performs Humphrey visual field testing; refers patients for further testing where appropriate. Performs OCTs. Performs IOL Master measurements to prepare patients for cataract surgery. Performs Pentacam measurements. Performs accurate refractions. Tests color vision, depth perception (stereopsis). Screens for presence of ocular motility disorders. Uses slit lamp to examine eye surface. Performs special testing like Bright field Acuity Testing; potential Acuity Meter; and pachymetry. Performs basic maintenance or repair of clinical equipment. Compiles and enters data for clinical studies; may participate in other clinical research projects. Performs ultrasound scans by measuring the axial length of the eye using various A-Scan ultrasound units. Recognizes difficult scans and adjusts unit as needed in patients with high myopia, high hyperopia, poor fixation, nystagmus, retinal detachments, corneal problems, and intraocular lenses already in place. Performs accurate keratometry readings adjusting keratometer reading if unobtainable. Calculates intraocular lens power using various formulas to fit patient\'s needs and situations, either manually or by computer. Takes fundus photos as needed. Assists with in-office procedures. Processes refill requests. Responsible for exam room supply maintenance. Ensures medication expiration dates are current. Responsible for maintaining and sterilization of instruments. Disinfects and maintains examination rooms. Understands and practices the fundamentals of microbial control. Maintains refrigerator logs, sharps container, etc. Is familiar with JCAHO requirements and ensures clinic practice is in compliance with regulations. May be asked to teach patients to insert and remove contact lenses correctly, and proper handling techniques. Ophthalmic Technician - Nonclinical Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Reviews and responds to in-basket messages and answers patients\' clinical questions within. Explains technician related concerns to Front Desk staff and assists staff with triaging appointment scheduling. Assists with obtaining insurance-required prior authorizations for office procedures and medications. Assists with tracking and processing of forms requests (e.g., MVA, disability). Maintains general medical knowledge of ocular anatomy and physiology, systemic diseases, ocular diseases and ocular emergencies. Maintains required (COA) ophthalmic technician certification. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications 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 also required. Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Classified Title: Ophthalmic Technician Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CE Starting Salary Range: $19.75 - $35.35 HRLY ($23.22-$34.02 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:00pm FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Location: School of Medicine Campus Department name: SOM Oph Comprehensive Eye Svc Personnel area: School of Medicine Total Rewards The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University\'s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate\'s geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees\' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: Education and Experience Equivalency Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job. Applicants Completing Studies Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date. Background Checks The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate\'s conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function. 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