University of Rochester Advancement · 3 months ago
Ophthalmic Technician - Pittsford
160 Office Park Way
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$19.08/hr - $25.77/hr
1+ years expThe University of Rochester is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusivity and excellence. They are seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to perform complex technical assignments, provide diagnostic testing, and support physicians in patient care related to eye health.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Gathers necessary information for physician, initial patient screening work up and assessment and performs certain diagnostic testing required to properly care for the patient in accordance with any eye related problems and the sub-specialty
Obtains, performs or checks for ocular history, vital signs, visual acuity, neutralize glasses, automated refractions, pupillary exams, confrontational fields, ocular motility, and intraocular pressure
Performs diagnostic testing, including basic color vision screening using Ishihara or HRR plates, automated visual field testing, Humphrey Visual Field, corneal topographies for corneal measurements associated with contact lens fittings, corneal disease or surgical management on the orbscan
Uses a pachymeter to measure corneal thickness
Possesses basic contact lens knowledge and the ability to insert and remove contacts lenses or teach a patient insertion and removal techniques and contact lens care
Performs specialized visual acuity testing, including potential acuity meter (PAM), laser interferometry (LI) and brightness acuity tester (BAT)
Performs clinical-clerical office duties, including scheduling, request forms, printing up results, ordering contact lenses, and related administrative activities deemed necessary by the department
Stocks rooms according to practice needs
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or equivalent and 1 year closely related clinical experience or training in optometry, ophthalmology or related field required
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred
Ocular anatomy and physiology, basic tonometry, ophthalmic equipment maintenance and simple repairs
Understands ocular injuries and urgent care
Possesses basic ocular pharmacology knowledge of drops and medications used for eye examinations
Identifies the purpose of these commonly used medications including proper administration, dosage, durations, common side effects, and know hospital policy about shelf life of these medications
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) upon hire
Certification by the registry of the Joint Commission of Allied Health in Personnel Ophthalmology, or other nationally recognized professional certifying body upon hire
Company
University of Rochester Advancement
The University of Rochester, one of the nation’s top private research universities, has built a national caliber advancement program in support of the largest campaign in the University’s history.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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