Certified Ophthalmic Tech (Winter Garden)

Nemours is seeking a Certified Ophthalmic Tech. (Full-Time), to join our Nemours Children's Hospital team in Winter Garden, Florida.

Located in Orlando, Fla., Nemours Children’s Hospital is the newest addition to the Nemours integrated healthcare system. Our 100-bed pediatric hospital also features the area’s only 24-hour Emergency Department designed just for kids as well as outpatient pediatric clinics including several specialties previously unavailable in the region. A hospital designed by families for families, Nemours Children’s Hospital blends the healing power of nature with the latest in healthcare innovation to deliver world-class care to the children of Central Florida and beyond. In keeping with our goal of bringing Nemours care into the communities we serve; we also provide specialty outpatient care in several clinics located throughout the region.

The Certified Ophthalmic Tech (COT) provides individualized, age appropriate, culturally competent, goal directed and family centered care in the Ophthalmological Clinic. The COT completes thorough medical histories and performs ophthalmological testing an ancillary procedure within their scope of practice. Position requires a great deal of initiative and flexibility to cope with stress and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Given the level of training and experience required in their position, the associate will be expected to work well independently and must be extremely discreet to maintain patient confidentiality. 

• Accurately collects healthcare data and documents appropriate information in patientrecord according to policy and training resources.
• Independently performsand accurately documentsstandard ophthalmological testing/procedures within COT scope of practice.
• Is responsible for professional practice and development of self and others according to scope of practice.
• Complies with and promotes Nemours Standards of Behavior.
• Provides safe and effective patient/family care. Maintainsa safe environment for patients, families, visitors and employees.
• Participates in ensuringthe overall financial well-being of the Division of Ophthalmology and the Nemours Foundation.
• Performs clerical duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required. Specialized (1 year of training beyond high school.)
• Minimum of six (6) months of experience required.
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant or Certified Ophthalmic Technician preferred.
• Travel to other locations required.

As one of the nation's premier pediatric health care systems, we've made a promise to do whatever it takes to prevent and treat even the most disabling childhood conditions. It's a promise that extends beyond our nationally recognized clinical treatment to an entire integrated spectrum of research, advocacy, education, and prevention.

Equity, diversity, and inclusion guide our growth and strategy.  We are looking for individuals who are passionate about, and committed to, leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and helping build a diverse and inclusive environment.  All Nemours Associates are expected to ensure that these philosophies are embedded in their day-to-day work with colleagues, patients and families.  

Nemours aspires to have its workforce and providers reflect the rich diversity of the communities we serve.  Candidates of diverse backgrounds, race and ethnicity, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, and those committed to working with diverse populations and conversant in multicultural values are strongly encouraged to apply. Please click here to review Nemours Anti-Racism Statement (nemours.org). 

 

To learn more about Nemours and our commitment to treat every child as if they were our own, visit us at www.nemours.org.