Ophthalmic Technician

Entity: Aga Khan University Hospital

Department: Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences

Location: Karachi, Pakistan

Introduction:

The Aga Khan University Hospital is a not-for-profit healthcare institute that offers all medical services to their patients under one roof. In addition to the tertiary care hospital in Karachi, AKUH has a network of 4 secondary care hospitals, 30+ Medical Centres, and over 290+ Clinical Laboratories, 30+ Pharmacies in over 120+ cities across Pakistan. It also offers Home Healthcare Services and home deliveries of medicines. The Hospital provides Zakat for those patients who are eligible, and the health systems offers generous Patient Welfare to support those in financial need. In recognition of its high quality and patient safety, the AKUH is accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI) as an Academic Medical Centre and its Clinical Laboratories are accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP) for fast and accurate testing.

As an equal opportunity employer, AKU believes in promoting a diverse and inclusive culture and is committed to adopting appropriate standards for safeguarding and promoting a respectful relationship with and between diverse workforce of its faculty, staff, trainees, volunteers, beneficiaries, wider communities, and other stakeholders with whom it works, including children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees/trainees and partners to share this commitment.

Responsibilities:

Based at the main campus, the Ophthalmic Technician will be responsible for supporting ophthalmologists and nurses in delivering safe, effective, and patient-centered care. The role includes conducting preliminary assessments, assisting in procedures, maintaining equipment, and ensuring adherence to hospital policies and JCIA standards.

• Prepare and maintain diagnostic/procedure rooms and ensure equipment is in working order.
• Perform initial patient assessments, including computerized eye/glasses testing, vitals, and screening for communicable diseases. Ability to perform A-scan and lensometry would be preferred.
• Assist ophthalmologists during examinations and clinic procedures, including lasers/LASIK, and administer pupil dilation as instructed.
• Adhere to infection control and safety guidelines to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff.
• Provide respectful, professional, and patient-centered interactions with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Support teaching and learning activities within the department and actively participate in technical training and audits.
• Address patient queries, report incidents promptly, and contribute to departmental improvement initiatives.
• Perform any additional tasks assigned by the Department Head.

Requirements:

You should have:

• Matriculation (Pre-medical); Intermediate Science preferred.
• At least 1–2 years of relevant work experience preferred. Ability to perform A-scan and lensometry would be preferred.
• Nursing Technician Training course (AKUH or equivalent).
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Training in IV cannulation (as applicable).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work in a team.
• Willingness to work shifts and extended hours as needed.

Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted.