Ophthalmic Technicians at the Wilmer Eye Institute

Ophthalmic Technician Assistant Apprenticeship Program

(No Experience Required)

The Wilmer Eye Institute offers a variety of opportunities to those interested in becoming an ophthalmic technician assistant. We are always looking for candidates with superb interpersonal skills and interest in medicine and helping people. Our on-the-job paid learning experience offers comprehensive training and dedicated mentorship to ensure the success of every trainee.

While no ophthalmic or medical experience is required for entry into our apprenticeship program, candidates should have:

A high school diploma or GED
Excellent communication skills and willingness to work with numbers
A verifiable work history
An interest in the eye and in helping people

If you are not an experienced ophthalmic technician and are interested in the Ophthalmic Technician Training Program, please visit JHU Jobs and search “ophthalmic technician assistant.”

Ophthalmic Technician

(1+ Year Experience)

We are always looking for experienced and eager ophthalmic technicians who enjoy performing fast-paced, wide-ranging duties.

At Wilmer you will:

Gain experience in multiple disciplines and technical areas
Work hands-on with the latest technologies in ophthalmology
Care for patients with a wide range of eye conditions and see new research in action
Have a path to leadership and professional positions in both clinical and research areas

Technicians have the opportunity to obtain certification within 18 months of hire.

If you are an experienced ophthalmic technician and are interested in joining Wilmer, please visit JHU Jobs and search for "ophthalmic technician."

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Benefits

At Wilmer, you will be surrounded by enthusiastic and helpful colleagues who take your professional development seriously. We invest in our employees and give them every opportunity to succeed. Benefits include:

Free training and continuing education
Competitive salaries
Full Johns Hopkins employee benefits
Nine convenient locations in central Maryland
Work-life balance: 8-hour shifts, no evenings, 13 university holidays per year
Tuition reimbursement for employees and their children
Uniforms provided

Career Opportunities

Technician training is a path to new potential career opportunities. For more information on the roles and career paths available to ophthalmic technicians we recommend the following resources:

If you are an experienced ophthalmic technician and would like to view the current technician job opportunities available with Wilmer, please visit JHU Jobs and search for "ophthalmic technician".

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON OPHTHALMIC TECHNICIAN OPPORTUNITIES

If you would like additional information about opportunities at the Wilmer Eye Institute in Baltimore, Maryland and its satellite locations, please complete the form below with your name and email address.

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