Ophthalmic Technician

Overview

Ophthalmic Technician – (2500033F). 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 ultrasonography, 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 orthoptists.

Assists with orientation and instruction of residents, fellows in performing orthoptic examinations and with prospective and retrospective clinical studies.

Position includes providing services at DC, Prince George's County and Montgomery County sites.

Minimum Education
High School Diploma or 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.

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 take 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 Commitment/Identification

• Anticipate and respond 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 take 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

Primary

Location:

District of Columbia-Washington

Work Locations: CN Hospital (Main Campus) 111 Michigan Avenue NW Washington 20010

Job:
Allied Health

Organization:
Surgery COE

Position Status: R (Regular) - FT - Full-Time

Shift: Day

Work Schedule:

8am-4:30pm

Job Posting:
Jan 27, 2026, 3:34:21 PM

Full-Time Salary Range: 42702.4 - 71156.8

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