Supervisor of Ophthalmic Technical Staff, Ophthalmology

Supervisor of Ophthalmic Technical Staff - Ophthalmology Department

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! 

JOB SUMMARY
Works under minimal supervision to coordinate and supervise the Ophthalmic Technical Staff. 

 

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  High School Diploma 
   

• Experience
  5 years related supervisory experience in an ophthalmic medical office environment 
   

• Licenses and Certifications
  (COA) CERT OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT is required by JACHPO 
   

JOB DUTIES

• Complete a weekly tech schedule and adjust accordingly based on provider changes; maintain an accurate schedule that changes considerably during the day.
• Approve time off while maintaining adequate staffing levels; monitor appropriate staffing levels per physician and patient levels in advance.
• Order and maintain supplies at appropriate PAR levels; order medication and monitor supplies for expiration dates.
• Perform audits on staff skill sets as well as electronic medical records; medication entry, and telephone return calls; must also perform audits on department equipment monthly.
• Provides overall technical guidance and supports the ophthalmic tech staff in all sub specialties.
• Assist technical staff in training on A/B scans, laser and visual fields.
• Interview, train, coach and discipline accordingly for a staff of 21 Techs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.