Ophthalmology Technician - Pediatrics

MultiCare Health System•Tacoma, WA

1d•$29 - $48•Hybrid

About The Position

At MultiCare Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital & Health Network, caring for kids is our purpose. As the state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center and the only pediatric hospital in Washington’s South Sound, we provide a comprehensive network of care designed specifically for children and adolescents. Our vision is to be the safest, highest-quality place for children to receive care, where every child has a medical home and every family feels supported. This position will support both locations - Tacoma and Silverdale. The Ophthalmic Photographer/Technician is responsible for performing high-quality diagnostic imaging, clinical testing, and technical procedures to support Ophthalmology and Dermatology providers. This role also assists physicians during patient encounters, delivers patient education related to tests and treatments, and manages scheduling for outpatient procedures.

Requirements

Certification as a Certified Ophthalmic Technician or Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Certification must be maintained through continuing education
Must obtain MA-R within 60 days of hire
BLS - Basic Life Support (includes RQI) - American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Minimum two (2) years of experience as a Certified Ophthalmic Technician or Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

Nice To Haves

Pediatric experience preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure completion of all necessary consents and documents for the medical record, utilizing hospital-approved abbreviations and following hospital charting guidelines
Participate in all phases of education, maintenance of records, upgrading of policies, procedures, and skills
Schedule procedures for Ophthalmology and Dermatology
Gather initial health status of patients including vital signs and documents per policy