Ophthalmic Technician I

Penn Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading academic medical center as an Ophthalmic Technician, where you will play a crucial role in patient care and support the Ophthalmology department. This entry-level position offers the chance to work alongside top professionals in a collaborative environment, focusing on providing high-quality care to patients of all ages. You will be responsible for completing medical histories, assisting with procedures, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative healthcare solutions while developing your skills in a supportive setting.

Benefits

Prepaid Tuition Assistance

Health Care Benefits

Employee Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required; Associate’s degree preferred.
• Experience in a healthcare environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Complete medical and ocular history on all patients.
• Collaborate with pharmacies to ensure patient prescriptions are filled.
• Assist the Ophthalmologist with direct patient care.

Skills

Teamwork

Equipment Utilization

Multi-tasking

Emergency Response

Healthcare Experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate’s Degree

Job description

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Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical, and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Entity: Clinical Practices of University of Pennsylvania (CPUP)

Location: Penn Presbyterian Medical Center - 51 N 39th Street

Department: Ophthalmology

Hours: Full-time, Monday-Friday

Summary

The Ophthalmic Technician exhibits UPHS organizational behavioral competencies which reflect its mission and are embedded in the professional practice competency domains. The Ophthalmic Technician is accountable for the provision of direct care to patients, who range in age from infancy to the elderly, and demonstrates care within the competency domains of Continuous Quality Improvement, Person and family centered care, Professionalism, Safety, Teamwork, and Technology. The Ophthalmic Technician works closely with the inter-professional health care team to facilitate the coordination of care across the continuum. The Ophthalmic Technician focuses on developing knowledge and skills necessary to provide individualized care based on physical, cultural, educational, safety, and age-appropriate considerations of the patient. The Ophthalmic Technician's practices impact the organization's vision, mission, goals, and the care delivery system. The Ophthalmic Technician complies with all regulations and standards of regulatory and accrediting bodies. The Ophthalmic Technician assists the Ophthalmologist with direct patient care. Completes patient medical and ocular history. The Ophthalmic Technician must complete all assigned competencies and become certified within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Completes medical and ocular history on all patients.
• Completes chief complaint and allergies on all patients.
• Completes health screening questions including falls, abuse, depression screening.
• Documents all medications on all patients.
• Completion of surgical, all procedures, and pre-cert insurance forms when required.
• Schedules MRIs and retrieves reports if applicable.
• Collaborates with pharmacies to ensure patient Rxs are filled.
• Performs duties in accordance with Penn Medicine and entity values, policies, and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned to support the department, entity, and health system organization.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma/GED (Required)
• Associate’s degree (Preferred)

Credentials

• American Heart Association CPR (Preferred)
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, Certified Ophthalmic Technician, Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (Preferred)

Skills and Abilities

• Effectively engages in teamwork, cooperation, coordination, and collaboration.
• Ability to effectively and safely utilize all equipment.
• Ability to follow all required protocols.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations.
• Experience in a healthcare environment.
• Understanding of the Joint Commission and Department of Health processes.
• Understanding of regulatory compliance.
• Maintain all life safety competencies.
• Knowledge of safety and emergency procedures.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, or any other status protected by law.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Wellness and Fitness Services, Hospitals and Health Care, and Medical Practices