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    Ophthalmic Technician 1 - Palm Beach Gardens, United States - University of Miami

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    CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
    Prepares exam rooms for daily clinical activities. Monitors and maintains the appropriate levels of minor equipment, dry goods, and pharmaceuticals in clinic. Responsible for detailed documentation in the EMR system. Tests patient's far acuity, near acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception, and color perception. Examines eye for abnormalities. Applies drops to anesthetize, dilate, or medicate eyes. Measures intraocular pressure of eyes. Tests patient's field of vision, including central and peripheral vision, for defects, and charts test results on graph paper. Measures axial length of eye using ultrasound equipment. Completes intravitreal injection (IVI) preparation for patients. Facilitates motility exams. Performs other related tests and measurements. Administers placement of hard and soft contact lenses. Performs technical workups and special testing. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.


    This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.


    CORE QUALIFICATIONS

    Education:
    High School diploma or equivalent


    Certification and Licensing:
    Basic Life Support (BLS)


    Experience:
    Minimum 1 year of relevant experience


    Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

    • Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
    • Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
    • Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
    • Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
    • Commitment to the University's core values.
    • Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
    • Proficiency in computer software (i.e. Microsoft Office).
    The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.


    UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine.

    As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

    Patient safety is a top priority.

    As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination.

    Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.

    The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here ) for additional information.


    Job Status:
    Full time


    Employee Type:
    Staff


    Pay Grade:
    H6

    The mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service.

    A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System ("UHealth") have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation's top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation.

    The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. Visit to learn more about our points of pride.

    The University ranks No. 55 on U.S. News & World Report's 2022 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings.


    Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye doctors to treat every eye condition for adults.

    Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer, part of the Miller School of Medicine, received the prestigious National Cancer Institute designation in 2019.


    The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022.

    Transforming lives


    With more than 17,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe.


    The University is committed to fostering a culture of belonging, where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to add value.

    Through values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity, and Teamwork (DIRECCT) the U community works together to create an environment driven by purpose, excellence, community, and service.



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