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Ophthalmic Specialist

2 months ago


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Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Ophthalmic Specialist to join our team at UCHealth. As a key member of our Corneal Care team, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care and support to our patients.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist Cornea service line providers in the care of patients in clinic and procedural areas, ensuring seamless and efficient patient flow.
  • Under the direct supervision of a provider, perform patient care in clinic and procedure room settings, adhering to strict clean and aseptic techniques.
  • Assist in scheduling Cornea patients for clinic appointments, procedures, and post-operative appointments, ensuring timely and accurate scheduling.
  • Perform documentation, patient education, and enter charges, maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records.
  • Orient, train, and educate students, staff, and residents on Corneal Care procedures and best practices.
  • Act as a liaison between the Cornea clinic, other divisions within Ophthalmology, satellite clinics, and other departments within UCHealth, ensuring efficient patient care and communication.
  • Assist with minor procedures in clinic and procedure room cases, complying with clean and aseptic techniques.
  • Review clinic and procedure schedules for assignments and coverage, reporting any discrepancies to the clinical coordinator and/or clinical supervisor.
  • Perform clinical assignments, procedural assignments, and additional duties delegated by clinical supervisors, demonstrating advanced proficiency in performing ophthalmic core competencies.
Requirements
  • Minimum Required Education: High School diploma or GED, with completion of UCHealth preceptor course.
  • Required Licensure/Certification: 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. Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider.
  • Minimum Experience: 3 years sponsored on-the-job ophthalmic training, or ophthalmic internship.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience: 3+ years working with a Cornea specialist, assisting in refractive cases, assisting in minor cornea procedures, educating patients on IOL choices, and assisting in crosslinking cases.
Why Work at UCHealth?

At UCHealth, we are committed to improving lives through learning, healing, and discovery. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including:

  • Full medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Retirement plans, including 403(b) matching.
  • Paid time off, with PTO in your bank from day one.
  • Employer-paid life and disability insurance, with additional buy-up coverage options.
  • Tuition and continuing education reimbursement.
  • Wellness benefits.
  • A full suite of voluntary benefits, including identity theft protection and pet insurance.
  • Education benefits, including the opportunity to be eligible for 100% of tuition, books, and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.
Loan Repayment

UCHealth is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. We provide employees with free assistance navigating the PSLF program to submit their federal student loans for forgiveness through Savi.