Ophthalmic Technician 1 - Full Time -Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Miami, FL

University of Miami•Miami, FL

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Ophthalmic Technician 1 (OT1) is competent in the theory, principles, and practice of eye care. The position performs appropriate clinical testing in compliance with department standards and documents in the EMR system. The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more. UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
1 year of relevant experience
Works well with patients of all age groups.
Presents with a professional appearance.
Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Demonstrates outstanding interpersonal skills.
Analyzes, organizes, prioritizes, and meets deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Completes assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Seeks instruction in areas that אשר require additional knowledge.
Works independently and in a collaborative environment.
Displays basic knowledge of ocular anatomy, function, and motility.
Demonstrates ability to perform the appropriate patient workup using the EMR telehealth platform.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

Performs and documents the following items in the electronic medical record: Reason for visit, Chief complaint, History of present illness, Review of systems, Review systemic and ocular medications, Record allergies, Pharmacy information, Family, social, medical, and ocular history, Visual acuity at distance and near, Lensometry, Manual refraction, Confrontational fields, Humphrey visual fields, Tangent screen visual fields, Basic ocular motility, Pupillary evaluation, Ocular surface assessment, Eye drop administration, Intraocular pressure such as Goldman, Tono-Pen, and I-Care, Pachymetry, Insertion and removal of hard & soft contact lenses, Color vision test, Stereopsis test, Sensorimotor exam, Automated & manual perimetry, Amsler Grid visual fields.
Provides support to providers which includes documentation in patient charts as required and directed for patient care.
Provides patient-centric care.
Adheres to University of Miami policies, standards, values, and required training.
Complies with regulations and maintains patient confidentiality.
Follows best practices of patient safety, hand hygiene, and infection control.
Attends educational courses for ophthalmic personnel when assigned.
Demonstrates high quality of work through accuracy, timeliness, professionalism, and thoroughness.
Meets daily productivity goals.
Ensures all equipment is calibrated and instrumentation is in proper working order.
Participates in assigned clinical research and maintains required certifications.
Organizes and stocks rooms for daily clinical activities.
Travels to satellite eye centers when necessary.
Works evenings and weekends as needed.
Performs organizational duties as assigned.
Completes IVI (intravitreal injection) prep for patients.
Facilitates motility exams.
Supports Virtual Care encounters and exams.