Johns Hopkins University·Bethesda, Maryland
The primary role is to provide technician and clinical support to physicians, including taking patient histories and performing various eye tests. Secondary responsibilities include limited administrative duties such as responding to patient messages and assisting with medication refills.
We are seeking an Ophthalmic Technician position in a large multi-specialty ophthalmology satellite clinic. The job requires multi-tasking in order to complete a variety of tasks. This position’s primary role is to provide technician/clinical support to physicians.
Secondary responsibilities include limited administrative duties such as responding to messages from patients and physicians and assisting with patient requests for refills, completion and tracking of forms (MVA, FLMA, etc.) and prior authorizations.
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
High School Diploma or graduation equivalent. One year of experience as an Ophthalmic Technician. Must obtain Certified Ophthalmic Asst (COA) from JCAHPO within 18 months of start date. CPR certification also required. Additional education may substitute for required experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
$19.75 - $35.35 HRLY ($27.19-$39.12 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Location: JH at Bethesda Department name: SOM Oph Satellites Personnel area: School of Medicine
A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with one year of experience as an Ophthalmic Technician. Candidates must obtain Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification within 18 months of starting.
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