Ophthalmic Technician Eye Center Days

Facility: UCHealth Eye Center (Aurora, CO)

Department: Eye Center

- Full-time

- Days

- High School Diploma or GED is required

Sign-on Bonus for those who qualify

If you are looking for an incredible career opportunity in the field of ophthalmology as an Ophthalmic Technician, we would love to hear from you.

We strive to deliver best-in-class patient care rooted in educational leadership, innovative research and high ethical standards. We were recently ranked among the Top 10 Clinical Ophthalmology Departments in the country by Ophthalmology Times.

We offer an Ophthalmic Assistant Academy for highly motivated candidates with a medical background who are interested in a career as a Certified Ophthalmic Technician.

As the only academic eye center in a 500-mile radius, our physicians cover every ophthalmology sub-specialty.

Come grow with us. We look forward to meeting you.

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Summary:

Assists eye care providers in the care of patients and flow of clinical activities. Ensures proper care and usage of medical instruments.

Job Duties:

• 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.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 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
• BLS
• 2 years sponsored on the job ophthalmic training, or ophthalmic internship

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.

This position's pay range starts at: $22.540000/hour.

An annual bonus may be paid to eligible employees based upon organizational and individual performance.