Ophthalmic Technician - Dean McGee Eye Institute - Oklahoma Health Center

OU Health•Oklahoma City, OK

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About The Position

The Ophthalmic Technician provides clinical support by performing diagnostic testing, assisting with patient evaluations, and maintaining exam room readiness. The position performs patient-care tasks under direct supervision of a provider and/or clinical supervisor and supports patient flow through clinical and administrative duties. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association upon hire; no prior experience is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA), required upon hire.
No experience required.
Effective verbal communication and accurate written documentation skills.
Ability to provide compassionate, professional, and respectful patient care.
Ability to perform ophthalmic procedures and diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently.
Ability to work independently under moderate supervision and manage tasks in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
Basic computer literacy, including scheduling systems and electronic medical records (EMR).
Understanding of infection control protocols and clinical safety standards.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care by taking vitals, obtaining patient history, handling referrals, and recording patient phone messages under direct supervision of a provider and/or clinical supervisor.
Accurately collect and document medical and ocular history in an electronic medical record.
Perform ophthalmic tests, including Visual Acuity, Lensometry, Pupillary Assessment, Ocular Motility, Tonometry, Retinoscopy/Refractometry, Glare Testing, Topography, Color Vision, Amsler Grid, Stereopsis, Dry Eye Testing, Pachymetry, Confrontation Visual Field Testing, OCT, ASCAN, and Automated Perimetry.
Prepare and stock exam rooms, laser rooms, and minor procedure areas.
Sterilize, package, and maintain ophthalmic instruments and equipment.
Perform basic equipment maintenance and report malfunctions.
Follow infection control and patient safety protocols in clinical activities.
Transport patients in various clinical areas as needed.
Perform administrative and clinical duties as needed to optimize patient flow.
Perform other duties as assigned.