What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ophthalmic Technician - Callahan - Tuscaloosa Clinic position at UAB Medicine?
Position Overview
Shifts: full-time AM
Schedules: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.
Job Highlights
For over 60 years, UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and UAB Callahan Eye Clinics have been dedicated to preserving and restoring the vision of our patients, transforming the future of eye care, and curing the world’s blinding diseases. We have been recognized internationally for outstanding patient care, treatment of eye trauma, and crucial research in eye disease. UAB Callahan Eye is one of the busiest eye care centers in the nation, annually performing more than 15,000 surgeries at UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and completing more than 120,000 clinic visits at UAB Callahan Eye Clinics. Our nationally ranked comprehensive center provides everything from preventive and routine eye care to trauma eye care at the region’s only 24/7 freestanding dedicated eye emergency department. As a proud part of UAB Medicine, UAB Callahan Eye is committed to delivering innovation at every level of eye care and critical research that will keep all of us seeing clearly into the future.
Job Description
Administer preliminary testing and measurements to assess patients' vision and eye health. Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications under the direction of the physician. Prepare patients for examinations by explaining procedures and ensuring their comfort. Assist ophthalmologists during examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures. Sets up and cleans up procedures. Acts as scribe while the physician examines patient, entering data into electronic medical records or paper chart. Maintain and operate ophthalmic equipment, ensuring it is clean and functioning properly. Document patients’ medical history and examination results accurately in electronic health records. Provide patient education on eye health, treatment plans, and post-operative care. Schedule appointments and manage patient flow efficiently. Orders supplies. Assists in training of other ophthalmic technicians. Complies with all practice procedures and protocols. Acts in accordance with all State and Federal regulations. Maintains positive attitude consisting of cooperation, self-motivation, courtesy, and professionalism. Potential for travel between hospital and satellite clinics.
High school diploma or GED Must be able to travel between hospital and satellite clinics as needed. Currently certified as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology preferred.
