Ophthalmic Technician (COA) — Patient Care & Clinic Ops

UCSF Health; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UCSF Health Ophthalmology is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to support patient care, perform work-up and preliminary testing ahead of provider exams.

Under supervision, you will operate clinical and administrative tasks across ophthalmology services, maintain equipment, and stay current with evolving instrumentation.

Qualified candidates have COA, at least six months in ophthalmology, and the ability to stand for long periods; bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• 6+ months in clinical ophthalmology/optometry.
• IJCAHPO COA certification.
• Ability to pass ophthalmic procedure competency.
• Strong knowledge of ocular anatomy and physiology.
• Understanding of systemic disorders affecting vision.
• Experience in patient education.
• Experience in instrumentation cleaning and maintenance.
• Experience in minor surgical assisting.

Responsibilities

• Organize and operate all technical functions of the ophthalmic practice.
• Monitor safety in clinical areas for patients and staff.
• Clean and maintain ophthalmic equipment and instruments.
• Stock supplies and organize daily areas in assigned clinics.
• Maintain an orderly, professional appearance in all clinic areas.
• Pursue continuing education to stay current with advances in instrumentation.
• Adapt to varying assignments and flexible day-to-day scheduling.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Stamina

Bilingual (optional)

Education

IJCAHPO COA certification

Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

UCSF Health Ophthalmology is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to support patient care, perform work-up and preliminary testing ahead of provider exams.

Under supervision, you will operate clinical and administrative tasks across ophthalmology services, maintain equipment, and stay current with evolving instrumentation.

Qualified candidates have COA, at least six months in ophthalmology, and the ability to stand for long periods; bilingual skills are a plus.