Ophthalmic Technician Trainee, Ophthalmology

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician Trainee to join their dynamic team. This role involves working closely with experienced professionals in the treatment and care of ophthalmic patients. You'll perform essential duties such as conducting visual acuity tests, preparing exam rooms, and assisting with diagnostic procedures. The organization prides itself on its commitment to employee growth, offering a comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to develop your skills in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

PPO medical plan

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor's preferred.
• 1 year experience in customer service or training environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the treatment and care of ophthalmic patients.
• Perform visual acuity tests and assist with diagnostic equipment.
• Obtain patient history and prepare exam rooms.

Skills

Customer Service

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

EMR (EPIC)

Job description

Ophthalmic Technician Trainee - Ophthalmology Department

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY
Works closely with a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant or Lead Technician as a trainee in the treatment and care of ophthalmic/optometric patients.

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required

• Education
  High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred

• Education
  Bachelor's Degree

• Experience
  1 year experience in a customer service, teaching/training environment

JOB DUTIES

• Works closely with a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant or Lead Technician as a trainee in the treatment and care of ophthalmic/optometric patients.
• Performs procedures such as visual acuity and Humphrey Visual Fields.
• Assists in the care of ophthalmic patients by preparing exam rooms, cleaning exposed lenses, facilitating the use of diagnostic equipment, and ensuring availability of needed patient information such as reports of diagnostic exams and medical records, instructs patients/caregivers in home care.
• Obtains basic medical history and ocular complaints from patients.
• Perform basic patient work-up using the EMR (EPIC).
• Create telephone encounters and route to the appropriate clinical staff to process.
• Duties performed may include one or more of the following core functions: (a) Directly interacting with or caring for patients; (b) Directly interacting with or caring for human-subjects research participants; (c) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting patient records (including patient financial records); or (d) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting human-subjects research records.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

EEO Statement
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.