Current Employees:
If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position, please review this tip sheet
The University of Miami, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, has an exciting full time opportunity for an Ophthalmic Technician (OT1) in Miami, Florida.
Ophthalmic Technician 1 (OT1) is competent in the theory, principles, and practice of eye care. OT1 performs appropriate clinical testing in compliance with department standards and documents in the EMR system.
JOB FUNCTIONS
Ophthalmic Technician 1 (OT1) 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
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 maintain patient confidentiality.
Follows best practices of patient safety, hand hygiene, and infection control. 7. 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 maintain required certifications.
Organizes and stock rooms for daily clinical activities.
Travels to satellite eye centers when necessary.
Works evenings and weekends as needed.
Completes IVI (intravitreal injection) prep for patients.
Facilitates motility exams.
Supports Virtual Care encounters and exams.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
High School diploma or equivalent
Certification and Licensing:
Experience:
Minimum 1 year of relevant experience
BLS ( Basic Life Support Certificate) from the American Heart Association
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, and prioritizes, while working under pressure and meeting deadlines.
Completes assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Makes independent, accurate decisions regarding the best use of time.
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.
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
