Ophthalmic Technician 2 - Cataract Suite Miami, FL

University of Miami•Miami, FL

About The Position

The University of Miami, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, has an exciting full time opportunity for an Ophthalmic Technician 2 (OT2) in Miami, Florida. The Ophthalmic Technician 2 (OT2) is proficient in the theory, principles, and practice of eye care. This position performs appropriate clinical testing in compliance with department standards and documents in the EMR system. JOB FUNCTIONS 1. Performs and documents the following items in the electronic medical record. Reason for visit Tangent screen visual fields Chief complaint Basic ocular motility History of present illness Pupillary evaluation Basic review of systems Ocular surface assessment Review systemic and ocular medications Eye drop administration Record allergies Intraocular pressure such as Goldman, Tono-Pen, and I-Care Pharmacy information Pachymetry Family, social, medical, and ocular history Insertion and removal of hard & soft contact lenses Visual acuity at distance and near Color vision test Lensometry Stereopsis test Manual refraction Sensorimotor exam Confrontational fields Automated & manual perimetry Humphrey visual fields Virtual Reality (VR) 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. Maintains JCAHPO certifications. 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. Performs imaging including but not limited to fundus photos, OCTs, and Slit Lamp exams. Assists with training and onboarding clinical support staff. Acts as a super-user for technology implementations, optimizations, and training initiatives. Acts as preceptor and trainer for team members. Serves as a lead technician providing oversight to clinical teams when assigned. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)
2 years 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 require additional knowledge.
Works independently and in a collaborative environment.
Displays intermediate knowledge of ocular anatomy, function, and motility.
Exhibits ability to perform the appropriate patient workup using EMR telehealth platform.
Demonstrates competency in all ophthalmic subspecialty patient workups.
Prepares patients for intravitreal injections.
Ability to function as an ophthalmic scribe.
Preforms all refractive evaluations including:
Documenting patients’ medical history
Test patients’ visual acuity
Depth perception
Color perception
Conduct a Retinoscopy
Refraction, manifest and cycloplegic
Perform tonometry and slit lamp assessments
Measures intraocular pressure of eyes
Measures axial length of eye using ultrasound equipment
Performs other tests and measurements as requested by physician i.e., PAM, Topography
Applies drops to anesthetize, dilate or medicate eyes
Educate patient on cataract and cataract elective procedures
Collaborates on refractive clinical flow with administrative team and providers
Educate patients on pre- and post-operative instructions
Preform specialized imaging tests for patients
Order and maintain clinical supplies

Responsibilities

Performs and documents the following items in the electronic medical record.
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.
Maintains JCAHPO certifications.
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.
Performs imaging including but not limited to fundus photos, OCTs, and Slit Lamp exams.
Assists with training and onboarding clinical support staff.
Acts as a super-user for technology implementations, optimizations, and training initiatives.
Acts as preceptor and trainer for team members.
Serves as a lead technician providing oversight to clinical teams when assigned.