About the role
Job Title Ophthalmic Tech Certified About the Department Join one of Michigan's largest physician organizations, Henry Ford Medical Group, where we deliver coordinated care across primary and specialty practices throughout the region. Our team is dedicated to collaborative teamwork, providing access to leading clinical resources, and building lasting relationships with patients and communities. As part of Henry Ford Health, you will be part of a mission-driven organization committed to exceptional care and innovation.
Role Overview As an Ophthalmic Tech- Cert, you will play a vital role in assisting ophthalmologists in the clinic setting. Your expertise in performing specialized tests, measuring refractive errors, and supporting patient care will directly contribute to the delivery of high-quality eye care. This role is essential in ensuring accurate diagnoses and enhancing patient outcomes.
Why Henry Ford Health At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.
Assist ophthalmologists in the clinic setting by performing specialized tests such as A-scan ophthalmic ultrasound and fundus photography. Accurately measure refractive errors and perform tests of ocular motility. Fit and verify contact lenses for patients.
Take patient histories and communicate effectively during test procedures. Mentor and coach other employees to enhance their competencies and job performance. Manage patient information with attention to detail and precision.
What You Will Need Required Qualifications High school diploma or G. E. D. equivalent.
Certification as an Ophthalmic Technician by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO). What We Offer At Henry Ford Health, we offer opportunities for career growth, collaboration with leading healthcare professionals, and the chance to engage in mission-driven work. You will have access to continuous learning and development, empowering you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our patients and communities.
Join Our Team Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join our dedicated team at Henry Ford Health! Company Description Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world.
We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.