Ophthalmic Technician- 32 hours Weekly

As the Performs visual fields, visual acuity testing, orthoptic motor and sensory evaluations, Objective and subjective refraction and other technical evaluations (e.g. ophthalmic ultra-sonography, ERG, OCT) as requested. Assists physicians in performing special procedures, difficult examination techniques. Maintains inventory of examination lenses, instruments, fixation targets, eye drops, etc. Works closely with the full-time staff, fellows, residents and other orthoptist. Assists with orientation and instruction of residents, fellows in performing orthoptic examinations and with prospective and retrospective clinical studies. 32 hours weekly- Two of two positionsQualifications:Minimum EducationHigh School Diploma or GED High School Diploma, GED or equivalent. 2 years of ophthalmic technician or technologist training. .Minimum Work Experience1 year Pediatric ophthalmology clinic training or work experience. Minimum of one year preferred. .Required Skills/KnowledgeClinical experience and academic interest. Retinoscopy, Goldmann and Humphrey perimetry competence are required. Good communication skills with patients, parents, coworkers and physicians are essential.Required Licenses and Certifications Eligibility for Certification by JCAPO .Functional AccountabilitiesClinical DutiesPerform visual fields and visual acuity testing as requested. Perform orthoptic sensory evaluations and administer orthoptic eye exercises as recommended. Perform objective and subjective refraction and other technical evaluations (e.g. Ophthalmic Photography, ERG when applicable). TrainingAssist with orientation and instruction of residents and fellows in performing orthoptic examinations. Physician AssistanceAssist physicians in performing special procedures and difficult examination techniques.SafetySpeak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance Organizational AccountabilitiesOrganizational Accountabilities (Staff)Organizational Commitment/Identification Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are metTeamwork/Communication Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behaviorPartner with all team members to achieve goalsReceptive to others' ideas and opinionsPerformance Improvement/Problem-solving Contribute to a positive work environmentDemonstrate flexibility and willingness to changeIdentify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processesMake appropriate decisions, using sound judgmentCost Management/Financial Responsibility Use resources efficientlySearch for less costly ways of doing thingsSafety Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performanceContinuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentationStop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situationDemonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communicationActively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workersAttend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance