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The Department of Ophthalmology is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician . This clinical position handles multiple functions in a busy ophthalmological practice. The job requires multi-tasking to complete a variety of tasks. Working with faculty, Clinic Manager, and Clinic Supervisor, the Ophthalmic Technician's primary role is to provide technician/clinical support to physicians.

Duties and Responsibilities

CLINICAL:

• Records patient history including chief complaint, information on ocular history, past surgeries, medical conditions, medications taken, allergies, learning assessment, and falls risk assessment.

• Checks pupil response to light by shining light into the eye and watching the 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 for review by physician in preparation for surgery.

• Performs Pentacam measurements.

• Performs accurate refractions.

• Tests color vision, and depth perception (stereopsis).

• Screens for the 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.

• Compiles and enters data for clinical studies; may participate in other clinical research projects.

• Teaches patients how to insert and remove contact lenses correctly, and proper handling techniques.

• 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.

• Responsible for exam room supply maintenance.

• Ensures medication expiration dates are current.

• 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.

NONCLINICAL:

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

• Responds and resolves In-Basket messages from patients; routes messages to physicians as needed

• Assists with patient requests for refills.

• Provides support in obtaining insurance authorizations for treatments, procedures, and medications.

• Provides support to front desk staff by triaging scheduled appointments, responding to clinical questions, and explaining technician-related concerns.

• Assists with tracking and processing of forms requests (ie MVA, disability, FLMA).

• Maintains 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 Diploma.

• One year experience as an Ophthalmic Technician. Must obtain Certified Ophthalmic Asst (COA) from JCAHPO within 18 months of start date.

• CPR certification with the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.

Classified Title: Ophthalmic Technician

Job Posting Title (Working Title): CO Ophthalmic Technician

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

Starting Salary Range: $19.75 - $35.35/Hourly ($22.67 - $33.35/Hourly Targeted; Commensurate with experience)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm

Exempt Status: Non-Exempt

Location: School of Medicine, East Baltimore Campus

Department name: ​​​​​​​SOM Ophthalmology Uveitis

Personnel area: School of Medicine

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Johns Hopkins University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. The university promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.