Ophthalmic Technician 2 - Cataract suite Palm Beach Gardens, FL

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The University of Miami, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, has an exciting full time opportunity for an Ophthalmic Imager 2 (OT2) in Palm Beach Gardens, 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.

JOB FUNCTIONS
1. 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

• 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.

• Serves as a lead technician providing oversight to clinical teams when assigned.

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

Required Certification and Licensing:
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)

Experience:
2 years 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 intermediate knowledge of ocular anatomy, functi