Visual Field Technician Full Time Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Palm Beach Gardens, FL

University of Miami•Palm Beach, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Visual Field Technician (VFT) assists providers by gathering patient data and performing visual-related tests. The role helps maintain an environment conducive to efficient, high-quality eye care and provides patient-centric care. The technician performs diagnostic procedures, educates patients about testing, monitors testing and consultation progress, and serves as a liaison among physicians, patients, and other departments. The position also supports clinical research, maintains equipment and clinical spaces, and may travel to satellite eye centers when necessary. Evening and weekend work may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
0–1 years of relevant work experience.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Ability to work well with patients of all age groups.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Outstanding interpersonal skills.
Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Accuracy and attention to detail when completing assignments.
Willingness to seek instruction in areas requiring additional knowledge.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

Determine the optical characteristics of spectacle lenses using a lensometer or auto lensometer.
Perform confrontation fields, Humphrey visual fields, virtual reality visual fields (VRVF), tangent screen visual fields, and Amsler grid tests on patients of all ages.
Insert and remove hard and soft contact lenses, administer eye drops, and perform auto refraction.
Educate patients on testing procedures.
Monitor and facilitate testing for patients undergoing diagnostic testing and/or consultations in other areas or departments.
Serve as a liaison between physicians, patients, and other departments.
Provide patient-centric care and follow University of Miami policies, standards, and values.
Comply with regulations and maintain patient confidentiality.
Follow patient safety, hand hygiene, and infection-control best practices; handle medical emergencies in accordance with hospital policy, prioritizing patient safety and well-being.
Complete mandatory University of Miami in-services and online training, and attend assigned educational courses for ophthalmic personnel.
Maintain high-quality work through accuracy, timeliness, professionalism, and thoroughness, and meet daily productivity goals.
Ensure equipment is calibrated and instrumentation is in proper working order.
Participate in assigned clinical research and maintain required certifications.
Organize and stock rooms for daily clinical activities.
Travel to satellite eye centers when necessary.
Perform organizational duties as assigned and suggest practice improvements to physicians and/or practice managers.
Work evenings and weekends as needed.
Present a professional appearance.