Ophthalmic Technician — Milwaukee, WI at Children's

About Children's Wisconsin

At Children's Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best. We are a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country, providing primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services, and family resource centers.

We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, we invite you to join our team.

About the Role

In this role, you will administer and perform diagnostic tests while providing instruction to patients with correctable vision focusing defects. Working under the medical direction of a licensed ophthalmologist, you will be a vital part of the care team, ensuring patients receive accurate evaluations and clear guidance. You will serve as a bridge between complex medical procedures and the families you support, explaining procedures, directing patients during treatment, and instructing families on appropriate home care.

Life at Children's Wisconsin

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Work location

Work model: On-site

1006, East State Street, Juneautown, Downtown, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, 53202, United States

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Key Responsibilities

check_circleAdminister standard ophthalmic tests per physician's order and established procedures
check_circlePerform diagnostic tests including vision field tests and retinoscopy
check_circleProvide evaluation of patients with eye muscle problems utilizing prisms
check_circleExplain procedures to patients and families and direct them during treatment
check_circleInstruct patients and families in appropriate home care treatments
check_circleConduct contact lens fitting and dispensing procedures
check_circlePrepare reports and complete charting while conferring with physicians on patient progress

Requirements

verifiedCompletion of a two-year ophthalmic technician program or equivalent experience
verifiedCurrent CPR certification (BLS) for Healthcare Providers

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Basic Life Support, BLS, Ophthalmic Tests, Ophthalmic Procedures, Vision Field Tests, Retinoscopy, Contact Lens Fitting, Contact Lens Dispensing.

Education: Completion of a two-year ophthalmic technician program or equivalent experience.

Frequently asked questions about Ophthalmic Technician - Full time at Children's Hospital

What does a Ophthalmic Technician - Full time at Children's Hospital do?expand_more

In this Ophthalmic Technician - Full time at Children's Hospital role, you will administer standard ophthalmic tests per physician's order and established procedures; perform diagnostic tests including vision field tests and retinoscopy; provide evaluation of patients with eye muscle problems utilizing prisms; and explain procedures to patients and families and direct them during treatment.

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To qualify for the Ophthalmic Technician - Full time at Children's Hospital position, applicants should have: Completion of a two-year ophthalmic technician program or equivalent experience; and Current CPR certification (BLS) for Healthcare Providers.

Where is the Ophthalmic Technician - Full time role at Children's Hospital located?expand_more

Ophthalmic Technician - Full time at Children's Hospital is based in 1006, East State Street, Juneautown, Downtown, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, 53202, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this Ophthalmic Technician - Full time job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

Children's Hospital has listed this Ophthalmic Technician - Full time role as on-site.

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Candidates for Ophthalmic Technician - Full time at Children's Hospital should have mid level.

What skills do you need for the Ophthalmic Technician - Full time role at Children's Hospital?expand_more

Key skills for Ophthalmic Technician - Full time at Children's Hospital include Basic Life Support; BLS; Ophthalmic Tests; Ophthalmic Procedures; Vision Field Tests; Retinoscopy; Contact Lens Fitting; and Contact Lens Dispensing.

What education is required for Ophthalmic Technician - Full time at Children's Hospital?expand_more

Educational requirements for this role: Completion of a two-year ophthalmic technician program or equivalent experience.

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Ophthalmic Technician - Full time at Children's Hospital is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.

Ophthalmic Technician - Full time