Ophthalmic Technician (Visual Field Perimetrist) - University Campus

University of Iowa•Iowa City, IA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

University of Iowa Health Care, Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences, is seeking a 100% Ophthalmic Technician – Perimetry (GC84) to perform visual field tests on patients. This role may also include tonometry, visual acuity testing, and eye drop instillation. The preferred schedule is Monday – Friday, 8:00a-5:00p, but may be modified to fit candidate and clinic needs. The University of Iowa Health Care is recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States, serving as Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Our mission is 'Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®'. External hires are eligible for a $1,500 sign-on incentive, payable after 60 days of employment, with repayment required if employment terminates within 24 months. Current UI employees are not eligible for this incentive.

Requirements

Three years of health care experience involving direct patient care including some use and maintenance of specialized medical equipment with 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.

Nice To Haves

Eye clinic experience
JCAHPO certified (COA) within 18 months of hire, and maintain certification.
Experience with Medical Terminology
Experience with Public Contact/Customer Service

Responsibilities

Performs manual and automated visual field testing including Goldmann, Humphrey, Octopus, and Maia Microperimetry Visual Fields.
Enters data into devices, PACS, and EPIC.
Reads lens corrections from lensometer.
Participates in research studies within the Department of Ophthalmology.
May perform tonometry, 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.
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.