Ophthalmic Technician 2 Specialty Per Diem Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Doral, FL

University of Miami•Doral, FL

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The Ophthalmic Technician - Specialty 2 (H) independently performs a broad range of advanced ophthalmic diagnostic and specialty procedures. This role demonstrates applied expertise in specialty equipment, complex testing, and procedural workflows, contributing to efficient patient throughput and high-quality clinical outcomes. Specialty focus areas are defined by the department.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent/relevant experience, certification or license
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Minimum 4 years of relevant experience required
Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Independently performs advanced ophthalmic diagnostic tests or specialty procedures appropriate to the assigned clinical area.
Applies advanced technical knowledge to obtain accurate, reliable results using ophthalmic and specialty‑specific equipment.
Supports complex patient care activities, including procedural preparation, intra‑procedure assistance, and post‑procedure processes as applicable.
Provides patient education related to diagnostic testing, treatments, and follow‑up care.
Reviews results for quality and completeness and communicates findings to providers per protocol.
Performs routine equipment calibration, troubleshooting, and workflow optimization within scope.
Coordinates closely with providers and clinical teams to support efficient scheduling and patient flow.
Maintains accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the EMR.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.