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 a dedicated 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 OT2 plays a vital role in delivering patient-centric care, performing comprehensive clinical testing, and documenting findings in the EMR system to support our providers and ensure high-quality patient outcomes.
As a key member of our clinical team, you will serve as a lead technician, providing oversight to clinical staff when assigned. You will act as a super-user for technology implementations and a preceptor for training new team members. Your day-to-day involves facilitating motility exams, performing advanced imaging (fundus photos, OCTs, slit lamp exams), and preparing patients for intravitreal injections. You will also support virtual care encounters and travel to satellite eye centers as needed, ensuring seamless operations across our locations.
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, handling over one million patient encounters annually. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research, and patient care.
Hiring Process
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Work location
Work model: On-site
15811, Fisher Island Drive, Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida, 33109, United States
Miami Beach, Florida
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Emr, Lensometry, Manual Refraction, Confrontational Fields, Humphrey Visual Fields, Virtual Reality, Amsler Grid, Tangent Screen, Ocular Motility, Pachymetry.
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
Day-to-day, the Ophthalmic Technician 2 - Full Time at University of Miami will act as a super-user for technology implementations and support virtual care encounters; organize and stock clinical rooms and travel to satellite eye centers as needed; perform diagnostic imaging including fundus photos, octs, and slit lamp exams; and ensure all clinical equipment is calibrated and maintained in proper working order.
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.