Refractive Technician, Ophthalmology

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs through TRS

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center seeks a Refractive Technician in Ophthalmology to perform diagnostic testing, assist in surgeries, and provide comprehensive care to ophthalmic patients. This role requires careful data handling, patient prep, and post-operative support within a fast-paced clinical environment.

Applicants should have an accredited two-year Ophthalmic Tech program and a HS diploma, with at least one year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Graduation from accredited approved two-year Ophthalmic Tech program and High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year experience as Ophthalmic Tech, Assistant, or equivalent with High School Diploma

Responsibilities

• Assists with diagnostic testing and care of ophthalmic patients.
• Performs duties in surgery preparation and post-operative care as directed by surgeon.
• Maintains patient data and instrument readiness; ensures sterile technique.

Skills

Ophthalmic Tech

Education

Two-year Ophthalmic Tech program + HS diploma

Job description

Job Description - Refractive Technician, Ophthalmology (978625)

Job Description

Refractive Technician, Ophthalmology - ( 978625 )

Description

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 No. 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 under general supervision to perform diagnostic testing, assist in surgeries and provide care of ophthalmic 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
• 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
• EducationGraduation from accredited approved two-year (2) program for Ophthalmic Techs, and High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience1 year experience as Ophthalmic Tech, Assistant, or equivalent with High School Diploma

Licenses and Certifications

(COT) CERT OPHTHALMIC TECH certification as Ophthalmic Techs by Joint Commission of Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology; Upon Hire and (KERATOME) KERATOME Certification in Keratome with High School Diploma Upon Hire or (VISX) OPHTH VISX CERTIFIED Certification in VISX with High School Diploma Upon Hire or (LADAR) LADAR Certiication in LADAR with High School Diploma Upon Hire or (INTRALASE) INTRALASE Certification in INTRALASE with High School Diploma Upon Hire

Preferred Licenses and Certifications

• (COT) Certified Ophthalmic Technician, International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO); upon hire, and
• RxSight Light Delivery Device (LDD) certification; within six (6) months of hire, and
• WaveLight Topolyzer certification; within six (6) months of hire, and
• WaveLight FS200 femtosecond laser certification; within six (6) months of hire, and

WaveLight EX500 excimer laser certification; within six (6) months of hire.

JOB DUTIES

• Acquires complete patient history. Acquires and records visual function including acuity, color vision, color comparison, stereo acuity, retinoscopy and wavescan as indicated.
• Participates with patient screening to determine if refractive error qualifies them as potential candidate for refractive surgery.
• Consents patient, obtains appropriate paperwork, and provides pre- and post-operative instructions. Prepares and escorts patients into surgery suite and into post-op examination room.
• Enters patient data into Laser. Performs site and parameter verification with surgeon. Calibrates Laser or Intralase on each surgery day.
• Assists with intra-operative pachymetry. Acts as surgery circulator during procedures. Sets up sterile field with required instruments and medications. Calibrates, and sets blade for microkeratome.
• Cleans and autoclaves instruments after procedure.
• Contributes to marketing meetings and provides necessary support data reports.
• Maintains database of laser center patients and candidates.
• Maintains all inventory and supplies, and orders in timely manner (including post-op packs for patients). Trains and assists other ophthalmic staff as needed.
• 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.

Salary Information

Salary is commensurate with education, skills, and relevant experience.

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.

EEO

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.

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of: race; color; religion; national origin; gender, including sexual harassment; age; disability; citizenship; and veteran status. In addition, it is UT Southwestern policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

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