Ophthalmic Technician 2 (Full Time)
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on15811, Fisher Island Drive, Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida, 33109, United States
About the Role
The University of Miami Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician 2 (OT2) to join our team in Miami, Florida. This full-time position is designed for a professional proficient in the theory, principles, and practice of eye care. The role serves as a vital link in our patient-centric care model, performing advanced clinical testing and documenting findings in our EMR system to support our providers and ensure high-quality patient outcomes.
As an OT2, you will function within a fast-paced academic medical center environment, supporting over one million patient encounters annually. You will act as a super-user for technology implementations, assist in training and onboarding clinical support staff, and serve as a lead technician providing oversight to clinical teams when assigned. The position requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed and may involve travel to satellite eye centers.
About the Team
UHealth-University of Miami Health System is South Florida's only university-based health system, providing leading-edge patient care powered by groundbreaking 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 our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research, and patient care.
Application Instructions
Current University of Miami Staff, Faculty, or Temporary employees must log in to Workday to use the internal application process. For those new to the University, please review the provided tip sheet on how to apply for a faculty or staff position.
Equal Opportunity
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
Work location
Work model: On-site
15811, Fisher Island Drive, Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida, 33109, United States
Miami Beach, Florida
Key Responsibilities
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Emr, Lensometry, Manual Refraction, Confrontational Fields, Humphrey Visual Fields, Virtual Reality Visual Fields, Amsler Grid Visual Fields, Tangent Screen Visual Fields, Pachymetry, Stereopsis Test.
Education: High School diploma or equivalent required.
Frequently asked questions about Ophthalmic Technician 2 (Full Time) at University of Miami
What does a Ophthalmic Technician 2 (Full Time) at University of Miami do?expand_more
In this Ophthalmic Technician 2 (Full Time) at University of Miami role, you will perform and document comprehensive ophthalmic clinical testing in the emr system; perform imaging procedures including fundus photos, octs, and slit lamp exams; prepare patients for intravitreal injections and assist with injection procedures; and support providers with patient chart documentation and patient-centric care.
What are the requirements for this Ophthalmic Technician 2 (Full Time) role?expand_more
University of Miami is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: High School diploma or equivalent; Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA); BLS (Basic Life Support); 2 years of relevant experience; and Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Where is the Ophthalmic Technician 2 (Full Time) role at University of Miami located?expand_more
Ophthalmic Technician 2 (Full Time) at University of Miami is based in 15811, Fisher Island Drive, Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida, 33109, United States. This is a on-site role.