Ophthalmic Technician

UC Health
US - Colorado - Littleton
May 20, 2024

Description Summary:
Assists eye care providers in the care of patients and flow of clinical activities.
Ensures proper care and usage of medical instruments.Work Schedule:
Full Time DaysResponsibilities:
Under the direct supervision of eye care provider, assists with performing patient care.
Demonstrate proficiency in performing ophthalmic core competencies.Performs basic ophthalmic testing procedures, diagnostic testing, administration of medications and tasks delegated by the eye care provider.Assists with minor procedures and prescription refill process under the direction of provider.Performs documentation, patient education and enters charges.
Assists with the flow of patient care.Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.Requirements:
Minimum Required Education:
High School diploma or GED.Required Licensure/Certification:
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) or Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (COMT) or National Contact Lens Examiner Certification (NCLEC) if performing as a contact lens technician.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider.Minimum Experience:
2 years sponsored on the job ophthalmic training, or ophthalmic internship.Are you a RN New Grad? Visit
/uchealth.org/professionals/residencies/ to find out about our exciting New Grad opportunities!The pay range for this position is:
$22.80 - $29.64 / hour.
Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience.UCHealth offers a Five Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee's contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals, and tenure with UCHealth.
The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October following completion of five years' employment.UCHealth offers their employees a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package:
Full medical, dental and vision coverageRetirement plans to include 403(b) matchingPaid time off.
Start your employment at UCHealth with PTO in your bankEmployer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buy-up coverage optionsTuition and continuing education reimbursementWellness benefits5 year incentive bonusFull suite of voluntary benefits such as identity theft protection and pet insuranceEducation benefits for employees, including the opportunity to be eligible for 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.
Other programs may also qualify for up to $5,250 pre-paid by UCHealth or in the form of tuition reimbursement each calendar yearLoan Repayment:
UCHealth is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program! UCHealth provides employees with free assistance navigating the PSLF program to submit their federal student loans for forgiveness through Savi.UCHealth always welcomes talent.
This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.At UCHealth, we do things differentlyWe believe in something different:
a focus on the individuality of every person.
In big ways and small, we exist to improve the extraordinary lives of all those we serve.
As Colorado's largest and most innovative health care system, we as a team deliver on the commitment to provide the best possible experience for our patients and their families.
We foster a true human connection and give people the freedom to live extraordinary lives.
A career at UCHealth is more than a job, it's a passion.Going beyond quality requires the perfect balance of talent, integrity, drive and intellectual curiosity.
We are looking for individuals who recognize, like us, that the world of medicine is ever-changing and are motivated to do what is right, not what is easy.
We support creativity and curiosity so that each of us can find the extraordinary qualities within ourselves.
At UCHealth, we'll do everything in our power to make sure you grow and have a meaningful career.
There's no limits to your potential here.Be Extraordinary.
Join Us Today!UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution.
As an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements.
No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information or veteran status.
UCHealth does not discriminate against any "qualified applicant with a disability" as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.

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