Ophthalmic Technician at Children’s National Hospital

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Experience, Retinoscopy, Goldmann Perimetry, Humphrey Perimetry, Good Communication Skills

Industry

Biotechnology Research

Description

The Ophthalmic Technician performs visual fields, visual acuity testing, orthoptic motor and sensory evaluations, objective and subjective refraction and other technical evaluations (e.g. ophthalmic ultra-sonography, ERG, OCT) as requested. Assists physicians in performing special procedures, difficult examination techniques. Maintains inventory of examination lenses, instruments, fixation targets, eye drops, etc. Works closely with the full-time staff, fellows, residents and other orthoptist. Assists with orientation and instruction of residents, fellows in performing orthoptic examinations and with prospective and retrospective clinical studies. Minimum Education High School Diploma or GED High School Diploma, GED or equivalent with one year of ophthalmic technician or technologist training. (Required) Minimum Work Experience 1 year pediatric ophthalmology clinic training or work experience (Preferred) Required Skills/Knowledge Clinical experience and academic interest. Retinoscopy, Goldmann and Humphrey perimetry competence are required. Good communication skills with patients, parents, coworkers and physicians are essential. Required Licenses and Certifications Eligibility for certification by JCAPO . Functional Accountabilities Clinical Duties Perform visual fields and visual acuity testing as requested. Perform orthoptic sensory evaluations and administer orthoptic eye exercises as recommended. Perform objective and subjective refraction and other technical evaluations (e.g. Ophthalmic Photography, ERG when applicable). Training Assist with orientation and instruction of residents and fellows in performing orthoptic examinations. Physician Assistance Assist physicians in performing special procedures and difficult examination techniques. Safety Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance Organizational Accountabilities Organizational Accountabilities (Staff) Organizational Commitment/Identification Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met Teamwork/Communication Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior Partner with all team members to achieve goals Receptive to others’ ideas and opinions Performance Improvement/Problem-solving Contribute to a positive work environment Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment Cost Management/Financial Responsibility Use resources efficiently Search for less costly ways of doing things Safety Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance

Responsibilities

The Ophthalmic Technician performs various technical evaluations and assists physicians in special procedures. They also maintain inventory and assist in training residents and fellows.