Ophthalmic Technician Cert

The University of Kansas Health System; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City seeks an Ophthalmic Technician Cert Days to join KU Eye and Surgery Center. The role supports physicians by performing specialized ophthalmic duties under supervision and requires certification from JCOA HPO (COA, COT, COMT).

Responsibilities include preparing exam rooms, maintaining laser and minor procedure spaces, and assisting with examinations and pre-testing.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate with 1+ year ophthalmology experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient examination rooms and maintain minor procedure and laser rooms.
• Maintain ophthalmic equipment and escort patients to examination rooms.
• Perform ophthalmic pre-testing and assist with examinations and procedures.
• Attend continuing education offerings to maintain knowledge base.
• Coordinate work with clerical staff to ensure clinic efficiency and patient care.
• Perform the professional, clinical and/or technical competencies of the assigned unit as required.

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

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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. The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link [e-mail]. Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.

About The University of Kansas Health System

As part of the region’s premier academic medical center, The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class healthcare provider and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We are driven by our commitment to service, continuous improvement and to the highest degree of excellence. Collaboration between physicians, nurses, researchers, educators and other professionals who share their expertise leads to exciting discoveries and life-changing treatments for the people we serve.