Ophthalmic Technician

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The University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a Per Diem Ophthalmic Technician 1 with Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, 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 and documents the following items in the electronic medical record:

• Reason for visit

• Chief complaint

• History of present illness

• Basic review of systems

• Review systemic and ocular medications

• Record allergies

• Pharmacy information

• Family, social, medical, and ocular history

• Visual acuity at distance and near

• Lensometry

• Manual refraction

• Confrontational fields

• Humphrey visual fields

• Virtual Reality (VR) visual fields

• Amsler Grid visual fields

• Tangent screen visual fields

• Basic ocular motility

• Pupillary evaluation

• Ocular surface assessment

• Eye drop administration

• Intraocular pressure such as Goldman, Tono-Pen, and I-Care

• Pachymetry

• Insertion and removal of hard & soft contact lenses

• Color vision test

• Stereopsis test

• Sensorimotor exam

• Automated & manual perimetry

• Provides support to providers which includes documentation in patient charts as required and directed for patient care. 

• Provides patient-centric care.

• Adheres to University of Miami policies, standards, values, and required training.

• Complies with regulations and maintains patient confidentiality.

• Follows best practices of patient safety, hand hygiene, and infection control.

• 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.

• Participates in assigned clinical research and maintains required certifications.

• 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.

• Completes IVI (intravitreal injection) prep for patients.

• Facilitates motility exams.

• Supports Virtual Care encounters and exams.  

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

Experience:

1 year of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skill, and Attitudes:

• Works well with patients of all age groups.

• Presents with a professional appearance.

• Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing.

• Demonstrates outstanding interpersonal skills.

• Analyzes, organizes, prioritizes, and meets deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Completes assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

• Seeks instruction in areas that require additional knowledge.

• Works independently and in a collaborative environment.

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

• Demonstrates ability to perform the appropriate patient workup using the EMR telehealth platform.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Additional Department Specific Duties

• Under the direction of a physician, transcribe, in real time, a physician-patient encounter including, but not limited to, the patient's medical history, physician's impression, patient care plan, results of tests, prescriptions, and orders. Document any procedures performed by an Ophthalmologist or Optometrist.

• Supports clinical activities with assigned providers and services in effort to ensure the successful coordination of care for patients throughout their visit.

• Documentation in patient charts as required and directed by providers for patient care coordination. 

• Assists with procedure preparation, retrieval of supplies, loads imaging, patient education, and authorization documentation.

• Assists with clinical activities, resolves delays, and guides patients through each step of their appointment enhancing the patient experience.

• Provides in-clinic support to providers which can include documenting patient histories/medications/allergies and performing technician exams.

• Facilitates virtual care visits by ensuring virtual exam equipment is prepared and patients and providers are able to connect. 

• Completes visual acuity, refractions, visual fields, and vision tests as needed.

• Performs IVI (intravitreal injection) prep for patients and facilitates motility exams.

• Performs imaging studies as needed including but not limited to OCTs, fundus photos, visual fields, and external photos.

• Facilitates the uploading of patient images to the medical record including MRIs, CTs, and ophthalmic photos.

• Reviews provider schedules in advance to ensure patients are scheduled appropriately and all pre-appointment requirements have been completed such as referrals, insurance authorizations for medication and procedures, test orders, etc.

• Manages internal/external referrals and arranges appointments with medical specialists across the Health System and with community providers to facilitate patient care.

• Assists with clinic research to facilitate care for study patients.

• Develops cooperative relationships with patients and families by projecting a positive image and creating a professional atmosphere.

• Maintains patient confidentiality as well as the confidentiality of hospital business information.

• Oversees the maintenance and ordering of established supply levels in unit and supply rooms.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

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