Ophthalmic Specialist- Harborview Medical Center 4 West Clinic

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

19h • $31 - $44 • Onsite

About The Position

Harborview Medical Center - Eye Institute - 4 West Clinic has an outstanding opportunity for an Ophthalmic Specialist. Harborview Medical Center (HMC) is well known for innovations and excellence in trauma care and its centers of emphasis: The Eye Institute, Trauma, Burn, Neurosciences, AIDS/STD, Center for Advanced Reconstruction and Rehabilitation (CARER), and mentally-and medically- vulnerable populations. People are the most important asset in our pursuit of advancing our mission and achieving excellence in education, research, and community service. Our Eye Institute staff not only enjoy outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities, but also an environment noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty. As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care. Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region. UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals. All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community. Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion.

Requirements

• Completion of an approved ophthalmic technician program AND 2 years minimum Ophthalmic Imaging experience
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration
• Current certification by NIH/NEI for clinical trial or be eligible for certification

Responsibilities

• Utilize appropriate skills and judgment in the assessment and delivery of patient care in accordance with established standards of care in ophthalmology and in collaboration with other members of the healthcare team
• Complete appropriate intake assessment of patient appointments according to established guidelines set by the clinic practice manager and the medical director including reviewing the medical record prior to physician examination
• Complete all ophthalmic imaging tests as ordered by the physicians
• Ensure quality and safety of all patients and imaging following appropriate hospital and Eye Institute Policies and procedures
• Document patient care in a timely manner that reflects recognition of the legal significance of an accurate and complete medical record utilizing the designated Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Act as an advocate for the patient/family through activities such as case conferences, case management by telephone or email while safeguarding patient privacy and confidentiality
• Perform complex clinical diagnostic eye imaging and procedures within scope of certification
• Assist providers with ophthalmic imaging procedures such as flourescein angiography
• Under physician direction, administer diagnostic eye drops, ophthalmic ointments, and ophthalmic irrigating solutions within scope of certification
• Monitor and facilitate patient flow in the clinic and in the imaging rooms, working collaboratively with other clinical staff
• Answer patient questions, address concerns, follow up on questions and/or refer patient questions to providers as appropriate

Benefits

• outstanding benefits
• professional growth opportunities
• environment noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees