80% Ophthalmic Technician - University Campus

UIOWA•Iowa City, IA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

University of Iowa Health Care, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, is seeking an 80% Ophthalmic Technician to perform an extensive number of routine and advanced technical procedures, as delegated by the physician, to collect medical data and assist in patient care. This role is responsible for day-to-day operations and interaction with patients to obtain medical histories and precise measurement and documentation of various ophthalmic tests. Responsibilities may also include scribing for physicians and assisting physicians with clinical procedures.

Requirements

Three years of health care experience involving direct patient care including some use and maintenance of specialized medical equipment
At least one year of the prior experience at the level of a Clinical Technician II or equivalent, or a combination of related education and experience.
Experience with Medical Terminology
Experience with Public Contact/Customer Service

Nice To Haves

Eye clinic experience
JCAHPO certified (COA) within 18 months of hire, and maintain certification.
Pediatric experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Performs functions and diagnostic testing such as visual acuity, tonometry, lensometry, eye drop installation, topography, auto-refraction, tear-testing, and other tests as appropriate to the assigned subspecialty clinic.
Enters data into computer.
If needed, scribes for physicians entering medical information into Epic, the Electronic Medical Record.
Reads lens corrections from lensometer.
May perform tonometry, applanation, refraction, visual acuity testing and eye drop instillation.
Uses procedures, skills, techniques to prevent cross contamination and transmission of infection according to infection control standards, policies, and guidelines.
Cares for patient with known or potentially contagious infections according to written protocols.
Keeps exam room stocked with necessary supplies.
Maintains and calibrates equipment properly.
Uses supplies and equipment in a cost-efficient manner.
Documents patient information regarding testing.
Prepares charts for next day’s clinics.
Assures proper billing documents are completed and turned in to Billing.
Completes assignment, seeks assistance when necessary and assumes responsibility for special duties or tasks assigned.
Maintains professional appearance.
Demonstrates punctual and dependable attendance at work.
Considers patient and staff needs when requesting time off; gives adequate notification when absence is expected.
Maintains safe environment for patients and visitors.
Attends in-service education programs.
Uses appropriate organizational lines of authority.
Accepts constructive criticism.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Maintains a courteous and respectful approach towards patients and visitors.
Reports unusual patient incidents, complaints, or concerns.
Follows university, hospital, and department policies and procedures.
Respects the confidentiality of patients and visitors.
Respects staff confidentiality.
Assists co-workers as needed.
Reports to work at scheduled time and returns from lunch and 15-minute breaks on time.
Limits annual sick leave to reasonable amount.
Notifies supervisor if ill or delayed, and calls in at beginning of scheduled shift for each day absent.
Requests future absences in accordance with collective bargaining agreement and department policy.
Interacts with other employees and the public in a positive manner.
Performs other tasks as assigned.
Performs projects within the agreed-upon time unless an extension is requested and approved.