Lead Ophthalmic Technician

Upstate Medical University; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Upstate Medical University in Syracuse seeks a Lead Ophthalmic Technician to manage day-to-day operations of ophthalmology clinics, train staff, and oversee imaging and ancillary testing to ensure efficient patient workups. The role will adjust schedules for emergencies and coordinate supplies and testing across primary and secondary clinic spaces.

The position requires an Associates degree in a health or science field with 3 years of ophthalmology outpatient experience and COA/COT

Qualifications

• Associates degree in health related or science related field and 3 years experience in an outpatient ophthalmology setting required or an equivalent combination of education and experience required
• COA/COT certification required.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational management of ophthalmology clinics, coordinating day-to-day activities and staff.
• Oversee scheduling, training of new staff, and ordering supplies to support sub-specialty ophthalmology services.
• Ensure imaging and ancillary testing are completed efficiently and that clinic space is effectively utilized.

Education

Associates degree in health related or science related field

COA/COT certification

Job description

Job Summary

The Lead Ophthalmic Technician will be responsible for managing day to day operations of attending physicians growing sub-specialty ophthalmology clinical practice(s) ophthalmic patient work ups, training new staff, and ordering supplies. Will adjust schedules when emergencies and other conflicts arise. Will assist in the management of ancillary testing performed in the clinic to ensure all imaging and procedures are completed efficiently. Will oversee the operations of primary & secondary clinic space.

Job Summary

The Lead Ophthalmic Technician will be responsible for managing day to day operations of attending physicians growing sub-specialty ophthalmology clinical practice(s) ophthalmic patient work ups, training new staff, and ordering supplies. Will adjust schedules when emergencies and other conflicts arise. Will assist in the management of ancillary testing performed in the clinic to ensure all imaging and procedures are completed efficiently. Will oversee the operations of primary & secondary clinic space.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates degree in health related or science related field and 3 years experience in an outpatient ophthalmology setting required or an equivalent combination of education and experience required
• COA/COT certification required.

Preferred Qualifications

Work Days:
Varying hours between 7:00am-5:30pm Monday-Friday. No weekends/holidays

Message To Applicants

Recruitment Office: Human Resources