Ophthalmic Technician

Job Category: Allied Health / Ophthalmic Technician
Job Location: Brooklyn, NY
Duration: 3 Months
Shift: Day Shift
Employment Type: Contract
Onsite Flexibility: 100% Onsite

Schedule

• 5 × 8-hour shifts
• 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Monday through Friday
• 40 hours per week

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Ophthalmic Technician to perform preliminary ophthalmic screening examinations and assist physicians with patient care, diagnostic testing, and ophthalmic procedures.

The technician will perform a variety of ophthalmic diagnostic tests, maintain and operate specialized ophthalmic equipment, assist with ophthalmic procedures, and provide professional and compassionate patient care.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform preliminary ophthalmic screening examinations for physician review.
• Perform central and peripheral visual field testing, ocular motility testing, color vision testing, pharmacological pupil testing, and pupil assessments.
• Perform tonometry, tonography, and related intraocular pressure testing.
• Obtain and accurately document patient medical and personal information.
• Direct patient flow and assist with coordinating physician examinations.
• Arrange laboratory tests, ophthalmic photography, outpatient studies, admissions, and surgical procedures as requested by the physician.
• Explain diagnostic procedures and treatment methods to patients and families.
• Calibrate, maintain, and operate ophthalmic equipment, including biomicroscopes, lensometers, keratometers, tangent screens, slit lamps, and tonometers.
• Clean and stock consultation rooms and laboratory areas with necessary supplies.
• Sterilize and prepare instruments for ophthalmic surgical procedures.
• Assist with minor office surgery, laser treatments, and operating room procedures as required.
• Maintain proper infection-control and patient-safety standards.
• Provide professional, compassionate, and patient-focused care.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education & Training:

• High School Diploma or GED — Required.
• Completion of appropriate Ophthalmic Technician or Medical Assistant certificate training — Required.

Certification & Licensure:

• No specific certification or licensure required.
• Certified Ophthalmic Technician certification — Preferred.

Experience & Skills:

• Minimum 2 years of experience working as an Ophthalmic Technician — Required.
• 2 years of Ophthalmic Technician experience is non-negotiable.
• Strong knowledge of routine ophthalmic procedures and applications.
• Excellent patient-care and interpersonal skills.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a clinical environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures.

Additional Information

• Minimum 2 years of Ophthalmic Technician experience is mandatory.
• Candidates without the required Ophthalmic Technician experience will not be considered.
• Certified Ophthalmic Technician certification is preferred.
• Candidates must demonstrate excellent patient and people skills.
• Must be able to perform routine ophthalmic procedures and applications independently.
• 8-hour day shifts.
• 40 hours per week.
• Shift: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
• Location: Brooklyn, NY.