Visual Field Technician; H Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Miami, FL

Visual Field Technician (H) Full Time Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Miami, FL

The Visual Field Technician is responsible for assisting providers by gathering patient visual field data and maintaining an environment conducive to efficient, quality eye care. The incumbent performs diagnostic ophthalmic tests and supports physicians with medical care services.

• Determines the optical characteristics of spectacle lenses with the lensometer or auto lensometer.
• Performs test procedures on patients of all ages, including confrontation fields, Humphrey visual fields, virtual reality visual fields (VRVF), tangent screen visual fields, Amsler grid, insertion and removal of hard and soft contact lenses, administration of eye drops, and auto refraction.
• Educates patients on testing procedures.
• Monitors progress and facilitates testing of patients undergoing diagnostic testing and/or consultations in other areas/departments.
• Serves as a liaison between physicians and patients, as well as within other departments.
• Attends educational courses for ophthalmic personnel when assigned.
• Performs organizational duties as designated.
• 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.
• Makes suggestions to Physicians and/or Practice Managers regarding possible improvements in the practice.
• Handles medical emergencies, adhering to hospital policy, in a timely and competent manner, always putting the patient’s safety and well-being first.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

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.

High School diploma or equivalent.

Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.

• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
• Proficiency in computer software (e.g., Microsoft Office).
• Ability to operate computer terminals, retrieving and inputting information.

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 groundbreaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer—Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

• Job Status:
  Full time
• Employee Type:
  Staff
• Pay Grade: H2
• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job Function:
  Engineering and Information Technology
• Industry: Higher Education