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We are seeking an **_Ophthalmic Technician Assistant_** whose primary role is to provide technician/clinical support to physicians. This position will be required to work at any one of Wilmer’s locations based on the clinics’ needs. Travel is required.

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 & Responsibilities

_Clinical_

+ 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 OCT’s

+ 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; otential Acuity Meter; and pachymetry.

+ Performs basic maintenance or repair of clinical equipment.

+ 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.

+ Responsible for exam room supply maintenance.

+ Ensures medication expiration dates are current.

+ Responsible for maintaining supplies and 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 compliant with all regulations.

_Non-Clinical_

+ Duties may include, but are not limited to the following,

+ Responsible for epic in-basket messages (clinical support pool) and patient questions.

+ Assisting with obtaining prior authorizations for upcoming in office procedures and medications.

+ Managing and maintaining drug logs and supply.

+ Helping front desk staff by assisting in triaging scheduled appointments, responding to patients’ clinical questions.

+ Managing and ordering medications for intravitreal injections.

+ Assisting with tracking and processing of forms request (i.e., MVA, disability, FLMA).

+ Providing input on schedules to maximize patient flow and physician efficiency.

+ Maintaining general medical knowledge of ocular anatomy and physiology, systemic diseases, ocular diseases and ocular emergencies.

+ Maintaining required (COA) ophthalmic technician certification.

This position is also responsible for other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

+ High School Diploma or graduation equivalent.

+ Must obtain Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) from Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) within 18 months ofstart 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 Assistant

Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CD

Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY ($18.41 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: Mon- Fri 8:30am-5:00pm

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department name: SOM Oph General Administration

Personnel area: School of Medicine

The listed salary range represents the minimum and maximum Johns Hopkins University offers for this position, based on a good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary depending on factors such as location, skills, experience, market conditions, education, and internal equity. Not all candidates will qualify for the highest salary in the range.

Johns Hopkins provides a comprehensive benefits package supporting health, career, and retirement. Learn more: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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