Ophthalmic Technician provides technical services to assigned ophthalmic patients and assists ophthalmologists or optometrists in the examination and treatment of eye disorders. Takes patient history, conducts visual acuity screenings, and performs various technical procedures, including refractometry, tonometry, lensometry, and keratometry. Being an Ophthalmic Technician prepares patients for exams and procedures. Operates, maintains, and sanitizes ophthalmic equipment and instruments. Additionally, Ophthalmic Technician may assist physicians in performing minor surgical and laser procedures. May dispense contact lenses. Typically requires an associate degree. May require Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA). May require Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT). Typically reports to a manager. Ophthalmic Technician's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Raritan Valley Community College's Heath Science Education Department is seeking a qualified adjunct instructor to teach Ophthalmic Science - OPTH 121 - Anatomy & Physiology of the Eye. This course studies the anatomy of the eye and its related structures; refractive errors, eye diseases and eye muscle imbalances. Below is a breakdown of the course outcomes:
1. Analyze physiological structure and function of the eye in order to understand refractive errors, diseases processes, injuries, as well as normal eye function.
2. Compare and contrast normal eye functions with deviations related to the structure and function of the eye.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of basic biological principles and terminology.
4. Explain the gross structure and function of the human eye.
5. Explain the detailed structure and function of the human eye.
6. Describe the extraocular musculature of the human eye and it's physiology.
7. Explain the irregularities associated with the musculature of the human eye and its impact on vision.
8. Describe the ocular ad nexus and its contribution to human sight.
9. Explain the treatment and surgical procedures for common ocular diseases such as cataracts and glaucoma.
10. Describe the human visual pathway and the interpretation of visual impulses.
11. Describe common ocular injuries and appropriate first aid measures.
12. Explain the usage, fitting and function of ocular prosthetics.
Minimum of a Masters Degree in a related field. Preferred degree: Doctor of Optometry (OD) or PhD in the field.
Teaching experience with preference to online teaching experience.
Familiar with Canvas online platform.
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