Team Lead-Ophthalmic Technician-Carmel

IU Health•Indianapolis, IN

17d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for ophthalmic, diagnostic procedures and ophthalmic/medical assistance in support of the clinical activities of the department. Performs preliminary ophthalmic examinations. Explains testing procedures to patients. Assists providers with post-op surgery patients. Maintains diagnostic equipment. Cleans all equipment in exam rooms consistent with current infection control policies. Will stock exam rooms and work areas, while checking for expired supplies. Expected to assist in minor OR procedures and ocular injections. Expected to provide back-up support for other departments as needed. Educates clinical/technical staff regarding the performance of ophthalmic diagnostic tests. Will precept current Ophthalmic Tech team members or Ophthalmic Tech Externs as requested by leadership. Performs higher level functions appropriate for clinic defined by leadership. Participates in team-based process improvement projects. Indiana University Health is Indiana’s most comprehensive health system, with 15 hospitals and nearly 40,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state. We’re looking for team members who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People who are compassionate and serve with a purpose. People who aspire to excellence every day. Indiana University Health has nearly 40,000 team members, including more than 3,600 physicians and 1,200 advanced practice providers, and we’re home to the largest nursing network in Indiana with more than 9,000 nursing team members at over 800 sites of care. IU Health is ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report, Riley Children's Health is ranked among the top children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report. A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine – one of the nation’s largest medical schools – gives patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members access to the latest science and the very best training – advancing healthcare for all. With 15 hospitals, including seven with Magnet designation and eight with Pathways to Excellence designation, our team members are leading the way through excellence. At Indiana University Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross training development. Indiana University Health is invested in the lives of Hoosiers, leading the transformation of healthcare to make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
3-5 Years of Experience
Requires Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) Certification by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel
Requires Certified Ophthalmic Tech (COT) certification within 2 years of hire into position
Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA. Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
Requires knowledge of infection control principles
Requires ability to effectively prioritize multiple patient care needs
Requires knowledge and skills necessary to assess and provide care appropriate to the age and developmental level of the patients served
Requires knowledge of exam room; chair-side and/or laser assistance
Requires 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in a health care setting
Knowledge of ophthalmic diagnostic testing which may include but not limited to OCT, HVF, GVF, Fundus Photography, Topography, Pachymetry, IOL Measurements blood pressure and heart rate; corneal topography; specular microscopy; keratometry; dark adaptometry; Electro-Oculogram (EOG); Electro-Retinogram (ERG); visual evoked potential (VEP); A-scans and B-scans
Ability to Coach, mentor and develop staff, including overseeing new employee onboarding and training; Provide career development planning and opportunities

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree preferred

Responsibilities

Functional lead of clinic ophthalmic techs
Conducts audits
Rounding to both adult clinics
Lead huddles
Technician scheduling
Collaboration regarding clinic flow
Coach/mentor/develop staff including new hires
Performs preliminary ophthalmic examinations
Explains testing procedures to patients
Assists providers with post-op surgery patients
Maintains diagnostic equipment
Cleans all equipment in exam rooms consistent with current infection control policies
Will stock exam rooms and work areas, while checking for expired supplies
Expected to assist in minor OR procedures and ocular injections
Expected to provide back-up support for other departments as needed
Educates clinical/technical staff regarding the performance of ophthalmic diagnostic tests
Will precept current Ophthalmic Tech team members or Ophthalmic Tech Externs as requested by leadership
Performs higher level functions appropriate for clinic defined by leadership
Participates in team-based process improvement projects