Ophthalmic Technician (Ophthalmology)
Core
Provide clinical support to ophthalmologists in outpatient settings by performing comprehensive eye examinations, diagnostic testing, and assisting with surgical preparations.
Role type
Clinical Ophthalmic Technician
Builds
Diagnostic eye care services and surgical preparation for patients
Domain
Healthcare / Ophthalmology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Visual acuity measurement, intraocular pressure measurement, visual field testing, OCT operation, IOL Master measurements, Pentacam measurements, refraction, slit lamp examination, A-Scan ultrasound, keratometry, IOL power calculation, fundus photography, contact lens fitting instruction, infection control, equipment maintenance
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
Goldman tonometer, Humphrey visual field tester, OCT, IOL Master, Pentacam, A-Scan ultrasound, keratometer, slit lamp
Responsibilities
Record patient history and perform ocular assessments, conduct diagnostic tests (visual fields, acuity, pressure, OCT, ultrasound), assist physicians with office procedures and surgeries, maintain exam room supplies and sterilization, compile data for clinical studies, provide patient education on eye care
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior, hands-on IC