Level II - Ophthalmic Technician
McKnight Vision Research Center
Miami, FL
5x8 hrs, Days

UMMG Department of Ophthalmology has an exciting opportunity for a Ophthalmic Technician 2 position. The incumbent assists the ophthalmologist by gathering basic data pertaining to the patient’s visual status and maintaining an environment conducive to the delivery of efficient, quality eye care. The Ophthalmic Technician 2 also performs appropriate clinical testing techniques to detect visual deficiencies.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
1. Prepares exam rooms for daily clinical activities.
2. Monitors and maintains the appropriate levels of minor equipment, dry goods, and pharmaceuticals in clinic.
3. Tests patient's far acuity, near acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception, and color perception.
4. Examines eye for abnormalities.
5. Applies drops to anesthetize, dilate, or medicate eyes.
6. Measures intraocular pressure of eyes.
7. Tests patient's field of vision, including central and peripheral vision, for defects, and charts test results on graph paper.
8. Measures axial length of eye using ultrasound equipment.
9. Performs other related tests and measurements.
10. Administers placement of hard and soft contact lenses.
11. Documents patients’ histories and gives instructions to patients concerning eye care.
12. Performs technical workups and special testing.
13. Serves as a Certified Ophthalmic Scribe or a Certified National Study Ophthalmic Technician.
14. 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 required
Certification and Licensing:
Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT/COA)
Experience:
Minimum 4 years 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).