Certified Ophthalmic Technician - Eye Care Impact

The University of Kansas Health System; Prairie Village (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician with COA/COMT certification to join KU Eye and Surgery Center in a full-time daily schedule.

Responsibilities include preparing rooms, assisting with ophthalmic procedures, conducting pre-tests, and coordinating with clerical staff to optimize patient care. Requires High School diploma and 1+ years in ophthalmology.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate.
• 1 or more years experience in ophthalmology.
• Certified Ophthalmic Technician or COA/COMT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares examination rooms and ophthalmic readying.
• Maintains minor procedure and laser rooms, orders supplies, maintains ophthalmic equipment.
• Escort patients to examination rooms, perform pre-testing and assist with examinations and procedures.
• Maintain current knowledge by attending continuing education offerings.
• Coordinate work with clerical staff to ensure clinic efficiency and patient care.
• Perform the professional, clinical and/or technical competencies of the assigned unit.

Education

High School Graduate

1+ year ophthalmology experience

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician with COA/COMT certification to join KU Eye and Surgery Center in a full-time daily schedule.

Responsibilities include preparing rooms, assisting with ophthalmic procedures, conducting pre-tests, and coordinating with clerical staff to optimize patient care. Requires High School diploma and 1+ years in ophthalmology.