Ophthalmic Technician 2 - Bascom Palmer Eye Institute (Palm Beach Gardens)
Core
Performs clinical testing, documentation, and patient care support in an ophthalmic setting, including visual field testing, refraction, imaging, and preparation for intravitreal injections.
Role type
Mid-level clinical ophthalmic technician (IC)
Builds
Patient diagnostic data and clinical care workflows
Domain
Healthcare / Ophthalmology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA), BLS certification, manual refraction, visual field testing, fundus photography, OCT imaging, slit lamp exams, intravitreal injection prep, EMR documentation, patient triage
Preferred skills
Microsoft Office proficiency, experience with telehealth platforms, acting as a preceptor or super-user
Technologies
EMR systems, telehealth platforms, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive eye exams including visual acuity, refraction, and visual fields; administer eye drops and prepare patients for intravitreal injections; document patient history and test results in EMR; operate imaging equipment (OCT, Slit Lamp, fundus camera); assist with clinical research and train new staff; maintain equipment calibration and stock clinical rooms.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC