Level III - Ophthalmic Technician
Bascom Palmer Eye Institute
Miami, FL
5x8 hrs

The Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is currently seeking a full time Ophthalmic Technician 3 to work in Miami. The Ophthalmic Technician 3 (OT3) is an expert in the theory, principles, and practice of eye care. This position performs appropriate clinical testing in compliance with department standards and documents in the EMR system.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs and documents the following items in the electronic medical record.

Reason for visit

Tangent screen visual fields

Chief complaint

Basic ocular motility

History of present illness

Pupillary evaluation

Basic review of systems

Ocular surface assessment

Review systemic and ocular medications

Eye drop administration

Record allergies

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

Pharmacy information

Pachymetry

Family, social, medical, and ocular history

Insertion and removal of hard & soft contact lenses

Visual acuity at distance and near

Color vision test

Lensometry

Stereopsis test

Manual refraction

Sensorimotor exam

Confrontational fields

Automated & manual perimetry

Humphrey visual fields

Virtual Reality (VR) visual fields

Amsler Grid visual fields

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

Provides patient-centric care.

to the 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. Maintains JCAHPO certifications. 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.

Performs imaging including but not limited to fundus photos, OCTs, and Slit Lamp exams.

Assists with training and onboarding clinical support staff.

Acts as a super-user for technology implementations, optimizations, and training initiatives.

Acts as mentor and preceptor for ophthalmic team members.

Serves as a lead technician providing oversight to clinical teams when assigned.

Recommends and implements new technology and workflow improvements.

Participates in the onboarding of residents and fellows.

Oversees quality assurance of the clinical unit and addresses deficiencies in a timely and constructive manner.

Reviews physician schedules, anticipates needs, and compiles external testing results.

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:

Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT)

Experience:

5 years 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 advanced knowledge of ocular anatomy, function, and motility.

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

Demonstrates competency in all ophthalmic subspecialty patient workups.

Prepares patients for intravitreal injections.

Ability to function as an ophthalmic scribe.

Assists physician with minor procedures to include patient identification, site confirmation, preparation, instrumentation, and sterile technique.

Educates patients regarding administration of ocular medications and pre-op/post-op instructions as directed by a physician.

Proficient in Microsoft Office.

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS

Clinical:

Preforms all refractive evaluations including:

Documenting patients’ medical history

Test patients’ visual acuity

Depth perception

Color perception

Conduct a Retinoscopy Refraction, manifest and cycloplegic

Perform tonometry and slit lamp assessments

Measures intraocular pressure of eyes

Measures axial length of eye using ultrasound equipment

Performs other tests and measurements as requested by physician i.e., PAM, Topography

Applies drops to anesthetize, dilate or medicate eyes

Educate patient on refractive procedures

Collaborates on refractive clinical flow with administrative team and providers

Surgical:

Educate patients on pre- and post-operative instructions

Conduct pre and post op vitals

Preform specialized imaging tests for patients

Prep patients for surgery while

Order and maintain clinical supplies

Assist in all laser procedures, elective and medically necessary

Activation and deactivation of all Lasers on J&J and Alcon platforms

Identify proper key cards to be used with different procedures and documents use

Identify and solve any problems by troubleshooting all laser equipment

Perform fluency test and calibration assessment daily to assure surgical parameters and proper laser function

Conduct sterilization of laser room, equipment and instruments

Input all patient data into laser system and ensure proper

Monitor gas supply and change tanks when necessary

Order and Maintain OR supplies and medications

Document procedures in logbook

Preps surgical charts and nomographs for Providers

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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.

Job Status:

Full time
Employee Type:

Staff