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The University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a Per Diem Ophthalmic Technician 1 with Bascom Palmer Eye Institute 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
Chief complaint
History of present illness
Basic review of systems
Review systemic and ocular medications
Record allergies
Pharmacy information
Family, social, medical, and ocular history
Visual acuity at distance and near
Lensometry
Manual refraction
Confrontational fields
Humphrey visual fields
Virtual Reality (VR) visual fields
Amsler Grid visual fields
Tangent screen visual fields
Basic ocular motility
Pupillary evaluation
Ocular surface assessment
Eye drop administration
Intraocular pressure such as Goldman, Tono-Pen, and I-Care
Pachymetry
Insertion and removal of hard & soft contact lenses
Color vision test
Stereopsis test
Sensorimotor exam
Automated & manual perimetry
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
Education:
High School diploma or equivalent
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.
Additional Department Specific Duties
Under the direction of a physician, transcribe, in real time, a physician-patient encounter including, but not limited to, the patient's medical history, physician's impression, patient care plan, results of tests, prescriptions, and orders. Document any procedures performed by an Ophthalmologist or Optometrist.
Supports clinical activities with assigned providers and services in effort to ensure the successful coordination of care for patients throughout their visit.
Documentation in patient charts as required and…