Ophthalmic Technician (Visual Field Perimetrist) - University Campus

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on incentive $1,500

Job summary

University of Iowa Health Care—Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences—seeks a 100% Ophthalmic Technician – Perimetry to perform visual field testing and related duties on patients on campus in Iowa City. The role may include tonometry, visual acuity testing, and eye drop instillation.

Typical schedule: Mon–Fri, 8:00a–5:00p, on-campus, full-time. Required three years of healthcare patient-care experience with equipment, possible COA certification within 18 months, and strong data entry

Qualifications

• Three years of health care experience involving direct patient care including some use and maintenance of specialized medical equipment with at least one year of the prior experience at the level of a Clinical Technician II or equivalent, or a combination of related education and experience.
• JCAHPO certified (COA) within 18 months of hire, and maintain certification.
• Experience with Medical Terminology
• Experience with Public Contact/Customer Service

Responsibilities

• Perform manual and automated visual field testing including Goldmann, Humphrey, Octopus, and Maia Microperimetry Visual Fields.
• Enter data into devices, PACS, and EPIC.
• May perform tonometry, visual acuity testing and eye drop instillation.
• Care for patient with known or potentially contagious infections according to written protocols.
• Maintains equipment and exam room readiness; ensures proper billing documents are completed.

Skills

Public Contact/Customer Service

Eye clinic experience

Education

Clinical Technician II level experience or equivalent

Job description

University of Iowa Health Care, Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences, is seeking a 100% Ophthalmic Technician – Perimetry (GC84) to perform visual field tests on patients. May also include tonometry, visual acuity testing, and eye drop instillation. Preferred schedule Monday – Friday, 8:00a-5:00p. Schedule may be modified to fit candidate and clinic needs.

JOB PERFORMANCE

• Performance of Procedure
• Performs manual and automated visual field testing including Goldmann, Humphrey, Octopus, and Maia Microperimetry Visual Fields.
• Enters data into devices, PACS, and EPIC.
• Reads lens corrections from lensometer.
• Participates in research studies within the Department of Ophthalmology.
• May perform tonometry, visual acuity testing and eye drop instillation.

Aseptic Technique

• Uses procedures, skills, techniques to prevent cross contamination and transmission of infection according to infection control standards, policies, and guidelines.
• Cares for patient with known or potentially contagious infections according to written protocols

Care of Supplies and Equipment

• Keeps exam room stocked with necessary supplies.
• Maintains and calibrates equipment properly.
• Uses supplies and equipment in a cost-efficient manner.

WORK HABITS

• Documents patient information regarding testing.
• Prepares charts for next day’s clinics.
• Assures proper billing documents are completed and turned in to Billing.
• Completes assignment, seeks assistance when necessary and assumes responsibility for special duties or tasks assigned.
• Maintains professional appearance.

DEPENDABILITY

• Demonstrates punctual and dependable attendance at work.
• Considers patient and staff needs when requesting time off; gives adequate notification when absence is expected.
• Maintains safe environment for patients and visitors.
• Attends in-service education programs.

INTERPERSONAL RELATIONS WITH STAFF

• Uses appropriate organizational lines of authority.
• Accepts constructive criticism.

CONDUCT TOWARDS PATIENTS

• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Maintains a courteous and respectful approach towards patients and visitors.
• Reports unusual patient incidents, complaints, or concerns.

Other Responsibilities

• Follows university, hospital, and department policies and procedures.
• Respects the confidentiality of patients and visitors.
• Respects staff confidentiality.
• Assists co-workers as needed.
• Reports to work at scheduled time and returns from lunch and 15-minute breaks on time.
• Notifies supervisor if ill or delayed and calls in at beginning of scheduled shift for each day absent.
• Requests future absences in accordance with collective bargaining agreement and department policy.
• Interacts with other employees and the public in a positive manner.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.
• Performs projects within the agreed-upon time unless an extension is requested and approved.

University of Iowa Health Care—recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®

• External hires only, in addition to your base salary, we are offering a sign-on incentive of $1,500, payable in one installment. The payment will be made on the first of the month following completion of 60 days of employment. Should you terminate employment within 24 months, you will be responsible for the prorated repayment of the sign-on incentive. The signed agreement will be processed upon hire. Current UI employees are not eligible.

Percent of Time: 100%

Schedule: Preferred schedule Monday – Friday, 8:00a-5:00p. Schedule may be modified to fit candidate and clinic needs.

Location: UI Health Care, Iowa City

On Campus: This position is performed fully on campus.

Pay Level: 9

Required Qualifications
Three years of health care experience involving direct patient care including some use and maintenance of specialized medical equipment with at least one year of the prior experience at the level of a Clinical Technician II or equivalent, or a combination of related education and experience.

Desirable Qualifications

• Eye clinic experience
• JCAHPO certified (COA) within 18 months of hire, and maintain certification.
• Experience with Medical Terminology
• Experience with Public Contact/Customer Service

POSITION & APPLICATION DETAILS

In Order To Be Considered For An Interview, Applicants Must Upload The Following Documents And Mark Them As a \"Relevant File\" To The Submission

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

For additional questions, please contact Lydia Davidson, HR Generalist, at [e-mail] or 319-356-7456.

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Hours

Monday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Tuesday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Wednesday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Friday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Or by appointment

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Additional Information

• Classification Title: Ophthalmic Technician
• Appointment Type: Merit
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Compensation

• Pay Level: 9

Contact Information

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Maria Lugo
• Contact Email: [e-mail]