Ophthalmic Technician-Ophthalmology-Part Time-Days
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open ophthalmic technician jobs in Florida post a median of $19.74 an hour, the middle half $18.48–$23.28, across 4 jobs that state their pay. Ophthalmic technicians employed in Florida earn a median of $22.51 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Overview
Description
This position is under the supervision of an Ophthalmologist or an Optometrist. The Ophthalmic Technician utilizes ophthalmic skills to assist physicians in the provision of ambulatory health care services that reflect providers' philosophy and standards of ambulatory health and care of patients.
Responsibilities
Job Requirement
Safely operate ophthalmic equipment, cameras, tonopen, slit lamp, projectors.
Perform other tasks associated with the clinic operation as assigned.
Qualifications
Qualification:
Experience Requirements
1 year - Ophthalmic Technician required
2 years - In an ophthalmic practice required
Education
High School Diploma or GED equivalent - required
College Diploma Ophthalmic Technician - preferred
Additional Duties
Additional duties as assigned may vary.
UFJPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace
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UF Health is the University of Florida's nonprofit academic health system, with 12 (source: UF Health, About UF Health) hospitals, hundreds of physician practices and outpatient locations, and more than 30,000 (source: UF Health, About UF Health) faculty and staff in Gainesville, Jacksonville and Central Florida. Source: UF Health, About UF Health
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