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The Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (OMT) performs advanced-level eye function measurements and ancillary tests to assist ophthalmologists in diagnosing and treating eye disorders and diseases. In clinic, they are responsible for completing vision screenings in adults and children; performing lensometry, auto and manual refraction, retinoscopy, and eye pressure measurements by Tonopen and applanation tonometry; performing a-scan biometry, keratometry, corneal topography, specular microscopy, ultrasound, Humphrey and Octopus visual fields, ERGs, and utilizing various imaging and photography equipment. Ophthalmic Medical Technologists also have specialized knowledge in vision science, including the assessment, evaluation and identification of disorders of binocular vision and ocular motility. The Ophthalmic Medical Technologist will help to orientate new staff members and provide continuing education on best practices in ophthalmology to ophthalmic technical staff. The Ophthalmic Medical Technologist works closely with a team of ophthalmologists, ophthalmology residents-in-training, ophthalmic personnel, RNs and support staff. They will participate in research studies, educational rounds and in-services and maintain good medical knowledge in ocular anatomy, pharmacology, diseases, and management, including current available treatments and clinical trials.
Description:
As an Ophthalmic Medical Technologist, you will perform advanced-level eye function measurements and ancillary tests to assist Ophthalmologists in diagnosing and treating eye disorders and diseases.
Classification: Ophthalmic Medical Tech Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH Unit and Program: Royal Alexandra Hospital Eye Institute of Alberta Primary Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.00 Posting End Date: 13-OCT-2026 Employee Class: Casual/Relief Date Available: 23-OCT-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: Varies Shifts per cycle: Varies Shift Pattern: Days Days Off: Other Minimum Salary: $42.76 Maximum Salary: $55.23 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Active or eligible for certification by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).
Additional Required Qualifications:
Ophthalmic Medical Technologist training from a JCAHPO-accredited institution required. Certification as an Ophthalmic Medical Technologist from the Joint Commission of Allied Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) required. Current Heart & Stroke Foundation CPR (BCLS-HCP) required. Minimum three years of experience as an Ophthalmic Technician or Technologist in a healthcare setting, preferably in a hospital eye clinic or an ophthalmologist’s office.
Preferred Qualifications:
As Required.
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Responsibilities
Perform advanced eye-function measurements, diagnostic tests, and imaging to support ophthalmologists in diagnosing and treating eye disorders. Help train ophthalmic staff, participate in research and educational activities, and maintain current knowledge of ocular diseases, treatments, and clinical trials.
Requirements
Requires training from a JCAHPO-accredited institution, JCAHPO Ophthalmic Medical Technologist certification or eligibility, and current BCLS-HCP certification. Requires at least three years of experience as an ophthalmic technician or technologist in a healthcare setting; hospital eye clinic or ophthalmologist’s office experience is preferred.
Skills
- Vision Screening
- Lensometry
- Refraction
- Retinoscopy
- Tonometry
- A-Scan Biometry
- Keratometry
- Corneal Topography
- Specular Microscopy
- Ocular Ultrasound
- Visual Field Testing
- Electroretinography
- Ophthalmic Imaging
- Binocular Vision Assessment
- Ocular Motility Assessment
- Staff Training
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Science & Research
- Education
Keywords
- Ophthalmic Medical Technologist
- JCAHPO Certification
- BCLS-HCP
- Basic Cardiac Life Support
- Vision Screening
- Lensometry
- Auto Refraction
- Manual Refraction
- Retinoscopy
- Tonopen
- Applanation Tonometry
- A-Scan Biometry
- Keratometry
- Corneal Topography
- Specular Microscopy
- Ocular Ultrasound
- Humphrey Visual Fields
- Octopus Visual Fields
- Electroretinography
- Ophthalmic Imaging
- Ocular Photography
- Binocular Vision
- Ocular Motility
- Ocular Anatomy
- Ocular Pharmacology
- Ophthalmic Diseases
- Clinical Trials
- Staff Orientation
- Continuing Education
- Ophthalmology Research
