Level I - Ophthalmic Technician
UHealth Tower
Coral Gables, FL
5x8 hrs, Days
Sign-On Bonus

The University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for an Ophthalmic Technician 1 with Bascom Palmer Eye Institute at Lennar Foundation Medical Center in Coral Gables, Florida.

The Ophthalmic Technician 1 (OT1) is competent in the theory, principles, and practice of eye care. The position performs appropriate clinical testing in compliance with department standards and documents in the EMR system.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs diagnostic testing including but not limited to the below.

Color fundus photography

Fluorescein angiography

ICG (Indocyanine Green) angiography

Optical coherence tomography

Automated perimetry

Slit lamp photography

External photography

Ocular motility photography

Performs supervised ocular diagnostic testing using specialty-specific imaging instruments, documents procedures, and uploads images into the electronic medical record/PACS platform. Provides patient-centric care. Adheres to University of Miami policies, standards, and values. Complies with regulations and maintains patient confidentiality. Follows best practices of patient safety, hand hygiene, and infection control. Completes University of Miami mandatory in-services and online training. Attends educational courses for ophthalmic personnel when assigned. Demonstrates high quality of work through accuracy, timeliness, professionalism, and thoroughness. Meets daily productivity goals. Ensures all equipment is calibrated, and instrumentation is in proper working order. Organizes and stocks rooms for daily clinical activities. Travels to satellite eye centers when necessary. Works evenings and weekends as needed. Performs organizational duties as assigned.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent

Certification and Licensing:

Experience:

1 year of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skill, and Attitudes:

Works well with patients of all age groups.

Presents a professional appearance.

Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Demonstrates outstanding interpersonal skills.

Completes assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

Seeks out instruction in areas that require additional knowledge.

Works independently and in a collaborative environment.

Displays basic knowledge of ocular anatomy, function, and motility.

Identifies imaging instruments and modalities based on diagnosis.

Knowledgeable in computer software for all imaging modalities.

Demonstrates core knowledge of standardized imaging protocols based on diagnosis.

Proficient in Microsoft Office.