Ophthalmic Technician jobs in Bolingbrook, IL

Job Title: Ophthalmic Technician
Reports to: Clinic Manager

As an Ophthalmic Technician, you play a vital role in supporting ophthalmologists in the treatment and care of patients through a range of technical duties.

Key responsibilities include:

• Obtaining medical histories of patients.



• Conducting various ocular function tests, including distance and near visual acuity, color vision, muscle balance, intraocular tension, auto refraction, retinoscopy, and lensometry (reading spectacles).


• Fitting all types of contact lenses using a keratometer and instructing patients in lens care and insertion.


• Assisting physicians in minor office surgeries.


• Administering medications as directed by ophthalmologists, changing dressings, and providing instructions for home care.


• Maintaining inventory of consumable supplies, medications, and small instruments.


• Ensuring the upkeep of ophthalmic instruments, including cleaning lenses, mirrors, prisms, and replacing bulbs.



• Serving as an instructor to staff when necessary in clinic routines and standard ophthalmic procedures.

Qualifications:

Ophthalmic Assistant

• High school diploma, completion of basic and advanced home-study courses approved by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology.



• Two years of experience, including one year in a medical or related field.



• Prefer completion of the home study course for Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology within one year of hire date.

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

• High school graduation or equivalent, plus 1 year of work experience in Ophthalmology (clinical program practicum experience preferred); 1 year of college preferred.



• Must complete the home study course for Joint Commission of Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology.



• Certified as COA by JCAHPO.

Certified Ophthalmic Technician

• Graduation from an accredited approved program for Ophthalmic Technicians.




• 1 year experience as an Ophthalmic Assistant or equivalent and certification as a Certified Ophthalmic Technician by Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO).

Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technician

• Bachelor's degree in science or a related field.



• Successful completion of an accredited ophthalmic medical assistant program.


• Certification as a Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist by Joint Commission of Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO).



• 2 years relevant experience.