Ophthalmic Technician: Patient Care & Clinic Ops

University of California - San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Ophthalmology Department seeks an Ophthalmic Technician to support patient care and preliminary testing for provider examinations. You will work across multiple subspecialties, ensuring safety, accuracy, and quality in the clinical environment.

The role emphasizes ongoing training, maintenance of equipment, and collaboration with physicians, nurses, and staff to prepare patients for examinations and procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience in clinical ophthalmology/optometry.
• IJCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA).
• Ability to pass required competency in ophthalmic technician procedures.
• Advanced knowledge of ocular anatomy, physiology, and terminology.
• Understanding of how anatomic systems and systemic disorders may affect the visual system.
• Experience in patient instruction/education.
• Experience in caring for and directing blind or partially sighted patients.
• Experience in ophthalmic instrumentation cleaning and maintenance.
• Experience in minor surgical assisting and surgical setup.
• Ability to work with intermittent standing and sitting for 8–9 hours/day.
• Good communication and organizational skills, professionalism, and motivation.
• Active pursuit of JCAHO compliance as directed by Supervisor/Manager.
• Experience in responding to patient emergencies in clinic.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care, work-up, and preliminary testing.
• Maintain clinic equipment and cleanliness.
• Stock supplies and organize daily work areas.
• Ensure patient safety across clinical spaces.
• Attend continuing education to stay current in ophthalmic technology.
• Adapt to evolving instrumentation and procedures.

Skills

Ophthalmic patient care

Ophthalmic terminology

Clinical testing

Communication & education

Physical stamina 8–9 hrs

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)

IJCAHPO COA certification

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Ophthalmology Department seeks an Ophthalmic Technician to support patient care and preliminary testing for provider examinations. You will work across multiple subspecialties, ensuring safety, accuracy, and quality in the clinical environment.

The role emphasizes ongoing training, maintenance of equipment, and collaboration with physicians, nurses, and staff to prepare patients for examinations and procedures.