What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ophthalmic Tech Specialist - Ophthalmology - Days position at VCU Health System?
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The Ophthalmic Technician Specialist works up patients for physicians that includes taking medical history, performing initial examination and completing diagnostic testing.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) certification at least at the Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) level.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:
CPR Must obtain Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) or Certified Ophthalmic Technologist (COMT) within 18 months of hire.
Experience REQUIRED:
Two (2) years of experience performing initial ophthalmic examinations and diagnostic testing.
Experience PREFERRED:
Four (4) years of experience in academic medical environment preferred.
Education/training REQUIRED:
High School Diploma / GED
Education/training PREFERRED:
Bachelor's Degree in Health Science or related field.
Independent action(s) required:
Takes medical history, performs initial examination and diagnostic testing independently.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A
Additional position requirements:
Must be willing to work at all office locations.
Age Specific groups served: All
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs.
Activities: Prolonged sitting, Walking (distance)
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Able to adapt to frequent change, Noisy environment, Frequent and intense customer interactions
EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.
The Ophthalmic Technician Specialist works up patients for physicians that includes taking medical history, performing initial examination and completing diagnostic testing.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) certification at least at the Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) level.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:
CPR Must obtain Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) or Certified Ophthalmic Technologist (COMT) within 18 months of hire.
Experience REQUIRED:
Two (2) years of experience performing initial ophthalmic examinations and diagnostic testing.
Experience PREFERRED:
Four (4) years of experience in academic medical environment preferred.
Education/training REQUIRED:
High School Diploma / GED
Education/training PREFERRED:
Bachelor's Degree in Health Science or related field.
Independent action(s) required:
Takes medical history, performs initial examination and diagnostic testing independently.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A
Additional position requirements:
Must be willing to work at all office locations.
Age Specific groups served: All
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs.
Activities: Prolonged sitting, Walking (distance)
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Able to adapt to frequent change, Noisy environment, Frequent and intense customer interactions
EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.
