Ophthalmic Technician Novice (TEMP)

Job Summary

This is a student training program that will be located in our Kellogg Eye Center Adult Strabismus & Pediatrics clinic (Ann Arbor). The student will be paid for 8 hours per week and will be expected to be learning 30-32 hours per week. The orthoptic student program consists of both didactics and clinical training. The academic portion of the program consists of a sequence of courses vital to the understanding of the visual system and take place online and in-person with certified orthoptists. The clinical training involves working with patients of all ages under the supervision of a certified orthoptist or an ophthalmologist. Students interact with medical students, ophthalmology residents, fellows and medical professionals in a clinic setting. The orthoptic program participants will also complete a pediatric ophthalmic technician training program asynchronously, allowing for the opportunity to gain additional experience and knowledge in the clinical setting.

Mission Statement

The University of Michigan Health System improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

Responsibilities*

• Work with certified orthoptists during their independent clinics (including patient workup and sensorimotor exams, applying Fresnel prisms, etc.)
• Work with attending physicians during their clinics (including patient workup, sensorimotor exams, applying Fresnel prisms, etc.)
• Attend weekly online courses (via Zoom) presented by the American Association of Certified Orthoptists (AACO)
• Study lecture/clinical material independently at home after clinic/on weekends
• Attend relevant journal clubs/grand rounds presentations
• Complete Ophthalmic Technician training program and perform ophthalmic testing with proficiency within the Adult Strabismus and Pediatric sub-specialty

Required Qualifications*

• Four-year undergraduate bachelor's degree

Desired Qualifications*

• Patient-care experience
• Experience with electronic health records (EHR)
• Familiarity with ophthalmology terminology

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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Ophthalmic Technician Novice (TEMP)

ALLD HLTH TECH SPE (TEMP)

Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor

Onsite

Part-Time

Temporary

Nonexempt

Um Hospital

MM KEC Tech

4/21/2025 - 5/06/2025

Ophthalmology/Visual Sciences
Temporary Job Opening