Position Title:

Ophthalmic Technician Trainee - Dean McGee Eye Institute - Health Sciences Center

Department:

General Overhead

Job Description:

The Ophthalmic Technician Trainee assists in providing excellent quality patient care by performing multiple tasks in coordination with the patient eye examination under the supervision of a certified ophthalmic assistant/technician (trainer).

Essential Responsibilities

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities, with or without accommodations, may result in disqualification from the position.

• Complete the 12-week Training Program. This includes written exams, a week-to-week rotation to meet the criteria of our training program and formal skills evaluations.
• Complete training related to computerized scheduling program and electronic medical record usage.
• Perform a variety of tests to include visual acuity test, lensometry, pupil exam, topography, pachymetry, tonometry, basic refraction, and retinoscopy.
• Perform a variety of specialized tests as directed by the Physician and supervised by a Trainer to include PAM, BAT, color vision tests, Amsler grid, stereopsis, and dry eye testing.
• Clean and stocks exam rooms, laser rooms, and minor surgery room.
• Perform basic maintenance on equipment.

General Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Education: High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience: No experience required.

License/Certification/Registration Requirements: None.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required

• Good reading and writing skills.
• Good computer skills.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in close contact with patients and co-workers in a caring, professional and competent manner.
• Ability to learn and perform tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Ability to handle a variety of tasks with strict supervision under moderately stressful situations.
• Ability to cooperate in a team effort.

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OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.