Ophthalmic Technician Assistant

The Department of Ophthalmology is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician Assistant to work with close supervision and instruction, who will learn to assist the Ophthalmologist with patient care by performing ophthalmic testing as outlined below.

Specific Duties and ResponsibilitiesObtain and concisely record an accurate patient history.Chief complaint.Past ocular history.

Family history.Systemic illnesses.Medications.Allergies and drug reactions.Social history.Basic Skills and LensometryMeasure visual acuity at distance and near utilizing tests appropriate for age and education.

Record accurately.Perform pinhole testing when indicated.Perform and record contrast sensitivity.Perform Ishihara or HRR color vision testing.

Accurately measure and record current lens power with a lensometer.Perform and record exophthalmometry.Perform and record Amsler grid.

Perform and record Schirmer testing.Evaluate pupillary reactions, including afferent pupillary defect.Estimate anterior chamber depth.

Able to properly operate common non-automated and automated ophthalmic equipment including,but not limited to : IOL Master, Orb-scan, bright field acuity testing (BAT), potential acuity meter (PAM), autorefractor, corneal pachymetry, Humphrey visual field, Goldmann visual field, OCT, HRT, Lenstar.

Patient ServicesApply proper ocular dressings and shields.Follow divisional protocols for eye drop instillation, including cycloplegics and topical anesthetics.

Properly instill eye drops.Label newly opened bottles with expiration dates.Understand the indications / contraindications for use in dilation.

Measure interpupillary distances, and evaluate spectacle fit.Properly assist physically or visually disabled patients.Adhere to regulations regarding drug samples and drug sample logs.

Basic TonometryPerform accurate Goldmann applanation tonometry and properly disinfect the tonometer.Perform accurate Tono-pen tonometry and properly disinfect and store the tonometer.

Perform accurate Eye Care tonometry.Understand the principles of scleral rigidity and the factors that alter intraocular pressure.

Instrument MaintenancePerform routine instrument maintenance on all ophthalmic equipment.Stock examination rooms in assigned area and ensure medication expiration dates are current.

Disinfect and maintain examination rooms.General Medical KnowledgeMaintain current CPR certification.Understand basic ocular anatomy and physiology, systemic diseases, ocular diseases and ocularemergencies.

Understand and practice the fundamentals of microbial control.Must complete currently required JHMI courses, such as : Self-learning educational packetsHIPAA regulationsConflict of InterestComplete Annual Review paperwork in a timely manner.

Complete training in software such as Epic, POE, TAP, Forum, Oculab, AllscriptsAssist physician chair side as a scribePossible Additional Duties and ResponsibilitiesSurgical assisting with minor outpatient procedures;

basic instrument care.Perform basic slit lamp evaluation of anterior chamber depth.Measure the axial length with A-scan biometry.

Perform protocol refractometry or other testing for clinical trials.Instruct patients in contact lens care, insertion, and removal.

Neuro-physiologic testing including electroretinogram (ERG), Multi-focal electroretinogram(MFERG),visual evoked potential (VEP), Scanning Laser Ophthalmoscope (SLO)Other duties that may be assigned.

Minimum QualificationsHigh School Diploma or Graduation Equivalent Diploma.Must obtain a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) from the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) within 18 months of start date.

CPR certification with the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association.Classified Title : Ophthalmic Technician AssistantRole / Level / Range : ACRO40 / E / 02 / CDStarting Salary Range : $17.

20 - $30.30.Hourly ($17.93 Hourly Targeted; Commensurate with experience)Employee group : Full TimeSchedule : Monday-Friday, 9 : 30 am - 5 : 00 pmExempt Status : Non-ExemptLocation : School of Medicine, East Baltimore CampusDepartment name : SOM Ophthalmology UveitisPersonnel area : School of MedicineEqual Opportunity Employer : Johns Hopkins University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria.

The university promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.