Ophthalmic Tech Specialist - Ophthalmology

• The Ophthalmic Technician Specialist works up patients for physicians that includes taking medical history, performing initial examination and completing diagnostic testing.
• Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) certification at least at the Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) level.
• Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: CPR Must obtain Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) or Certified Ophthalmic Technologist (COMT) within 18 months of hire.
• Experience REQUIRED: Two (2) years of experience performing initial ophthalmic examinations and diagnostic testing.
• Experience PREFERRED: Four (4) years of experience in academic medical environment preferred.
• Education/training REQUIRED: High School Diploma / GED Education/training PREFERRED: Bachelor's Degree in Health Science or related field.
• Independent action(s) required: Takes medical history, performs initial examination and diagnostic testing independently.
• Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A Additional position requirements: Must be willing to work at all office locations.
• Age Specific groups served: All Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs.

Activities

• Prolonged sitting,
• Walking (distance)
• Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing,
• Speak clearly,
• Write legibly,
• Reading,
• Logical thinking
• Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Able to adapt to frequent change, Noisy environment, Frequent and intense customer interactions EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran

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