Ophthalmic Technician - Part Time Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Naples, FL

The University of Miami, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, has an exciting Part Time opportunity for an Opthalmic Technician 2 (OT2) in Naples, Florida.

The Ophthalmic Technician 2 (OT2) is proficient 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

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 field

• 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.

• 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 preceptor and trainer for team members

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.

Education:
High School diploma or equivalent
Required Certification and Licensing:
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)

Basic Life Support (BLS)
Experience:
2 years of relevant experience

• 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 intermediate 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.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package…