University of Mississippi Medical Center·Jackson, Mississippi
The Ophthalmic Technician performs diagnostic tests, takes ocular measurements, and assists in ophthalmic surgeries under the supervision of an ophthalmologist. They also provide patient education, maintain ophthalmic instruments, and handle administrative tasks such as scheduling and patient history documentation.
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Ophthalmic Technician - Ophthalmology - Colony Park North / Lakeland
To perform ophthalmic procedures under the direction and/or supervision of an ophthalmologist. To conduct patient screening, diagnostic testing, patient education, and perform administrative procedures.
Education & experience
Must have graduated from an accredited ophthalmic program, or have high school diploma/GED and two (2) years of related experience.
Certifications, Licenses or Registration Required: NA
Knowledge, skills & abilities
Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, ocular anatomy, ophthalmic pharmacology, ocular motility and diseases of the eye.
Knowledge of diagnostic and treatment procedures including visual field testing, contact lenses, ophthalmic surgery, and the care and maintenance of ophthalmic instruments and equipment.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills.
Ability to operate ophthalmic equipment and administer preliminary screening examinations.
Physical and Environmental Demands Requires frequent handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment, frequent exposure to biohazardous conditions such as risk of radiation exposure, blood borne pathogens, fumes or airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations, occasional working hours significantly beyond regularly scheduled hours, occasional travelling to offsite locations, frequent work produced subject to precise measures of quantity and quality, occasional bending, occasional lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds, occasional crouching/stooping, occasional driving, occasional kneeling, frequent pushing/pulling, frequent reaching, frequent sitting, frequent standing, occasional twisting, and constant walking. (occasional-up to 20%, frequent-from 21% to 50%, constant-51% or more)
Time type: Full time
FTE %: 100
Benefits: Eligibility:
Job posting date: 04/29/2026
Candidates must have graduated from an accredited ophthalmic program or possess a high school diploma/GED with two years of related experience. Proficiency in ocular anatomy, ophthalmic pharmacology, and the operation of diagnostic equipment is required.
Market context
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