Ophthalmic Technician Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Miami, FL

Position: Ophthalmic Technician 1 - Full Time -Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Miami, FL
Location: Northern

The University of Miami, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, has an exciting full time opportunity for an Ophthalmic Technician (OT1) 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
• 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 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
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* Education:

** High School diploma or equivalent
** Certification and Licensing:
** BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
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* 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.