Ophthalmic Technician Cert

Kansas Health System; Prairie Village (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

KU Eye and Surgery Center in Kansas seeks an Ophthalmic Technician Cert to support physicians by performing specialized ophthalmic duties under supervision. Certification from JCOA HPO (COA, COT, COMT) is required, with 1+ year of ophthalmology experience.

This full-time role involves readying examination rooms, maintaining laser and minor procedure rooms, and assisting with examinations. The position emphasizes ongoing education and teamwork to ensure optimal patient care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of experience in ophthalmology.
• Certified Ophthalmic Technician or Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient examination rooms and maintains readiness.
• Maintains minor procedure and laser rooms and orders supplies.
• Mantains ophthalmic equipment and assists with examinations.
• Escorts patients to rooms and performs pre-testing.
• Attends continuing education to stay updated.
• Coordinates with clerical staff to ensure clinic efficiency.
• Performs competencies of assigned unit as required.

Skills

Ophthalmic patient care

Pre-testing procedures

Education

High School Graduate

Job description

Position Title

Ophthalmic Technician Cert

Days - Full Time

KU Eye and Surgery Center

Position Summary / Career Interest:

Supports physicians by performing specialized ophthalmic duties requiring demonstrated expertise under supervision and must have and maintain certification from JCOA HPO (COA, COT, COMT).

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Performs as necessary the readying of patient examination rooms.
• Maintains minor procedure and laser rooms including ordering of supplies.
• Maintains ophthalmic equipment.
• Escorts patients to examination rooms, performs all ophthalmic pre-testing and assists with examinations and procedures.
• Maintains current knowledge base by attending continuing education offerings.
• Coordinates work with clerical personnel to maintain the efficiency of the clinic and promote optimal patient care.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Graduate
• 1 or more years experience in ophthalmology.

Preferred Licensure and Certification

• Certified Ophthalmic Technician or Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist.

Time Type:

Full time

Job Requisition ID:

R-58809

Equal Employment Opportunity

The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion .

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