Ophthalmic Technician
Sutter Health
Palo Alto, CA

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation PAD

Position Overview:

Provides photographic documentation of ocular disorders/pathology as requested by providers. Performs a wide variety of highly technical and diagnostic testing procedures, at the direction of the physician, independent of direct supervision, which requires technical judgment and knowledge of ophthalmic pathophysiology in order to obtain optimal results. Captures close-up images of patients' retinas, corneas, and other ocular structures by focusing specialized microscope and cameras to take two and three dimensional photographs of external, anterior, and posterior segments of eye.


DESIRED SKILLS:
• Operation and understanding of OPTOS and Heidelberg OCT imaging
• Ability to capture images that best document the disease and its location.
• Understanding the function and purpose of all equipment in photography

Job Description:

EDUCATION:

HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)


CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

COA-Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

OR COT-Certified Ophthalmic Technologist

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider


TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

1 year of recent relevant experience.


SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of retinal fundus photography both film and digital systems.

Knowledge, understanding and ability to operate state of the art optical imaging equipment.

Knowledge of medical terminology and eye anatomy.

Clear and complete documentation skills along with computer data entry skills to enter patient information.

Ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment with high degree of motivation.
 

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

10

Days of the Week:

Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $41.53 to $53.98 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package. ​