Ophthalmic Technician 1- Refractive Services/Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Full Time Lasik & Laser Vision Center Miami, FL

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The University of Miami, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, has an exciting full time opportunity for an Ophthalmic Technician 1 - Specialty, for Refractive Services in Miami, Florida.

The Ophthalmic Technician - Specialty 1 (H) may perform ophthalmic clinical, diagnostic, or specialty‑specific procedures that support the evaluation, treatment, and management of eye conditions. This role applies foundational specialty knowledge and technical skills to perform ophthalmic testing, assist with procedures, and support patient care workflows in diagnostic or procedural settings. Specific specialty focus areas are defined at the department level.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs ophthalmic testing, measurements, or specialty‑specific procedures in accordance with training, protocols, and scope of practice.

• Prepares patients for diagnostic studies, treatments, or procedures, explaining processes and addressing patient questions.

• Obtains and documents patient histories, clinical findings, test results, and procedural data in the electronic medical record.

• Operates ophthalmic instruments, imaging systems, or specialty equipment relevant to assigned clinical services.

• Assists physicians and care teams with examinations or procedures, including pre‑ and post‑procedure patient support.

• Identifies and communicates abnormal findings or technical issues following established escalation protocols.

• Ensures exam rooms, procedure areas, and equipment are prepared, maintained, and compliant with safety and infection control standards.

• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

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.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent/relevant experience

Experience:

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience required

Certification: BLS required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

- Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.

- Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.

- Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.

- Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS

Clinical:

• Preforms all refractive evaluations including:

  •  Documenting patients’ medical history

  • Test patients’ visual acuity

  • Depth perception

  •  Color perception

  • Conduct a Retinoscopy Refraction, manifest and cycloplegic

  • Perform tonometry and slit lamp assessments

  •  measures intraocular pressure of eyes

  • measures axial length of eye using ultrasound equipment

  • Performs other tests and measurements as requested by physician i.e., PAM, Topography

  • Applies drops to anesthetize, dilate or medicate eyes

• Educate patient on refractive procedures

• Collaborates on refractive clinical flow with administrative team and providers

Surgical:

• Educate patients on pre- and post-operative instructions

• Conduct pre and post op vitals

• Preform specialized imaging tests for patients

• Prep patients for surgery while

• Order and maintain clinical supplies       

• Assist in all laser procedures, elective and medically necessary

• Activation and deactivation of all Lasers on J&J and Alcon platforms