About this opportunity
University of Iowa lists this Ophthalmic Technician or Ophthalmic Clinical Specialist I - COA Certified opportunity in iowa city, Iowa. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
University of Iowa Health Care, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, is seeking a 100% Ophthalmic Clinical Specialist I to perform technical and optical testing as a portion of the complete ocular exam, in addition to obtaining patient histories, meds and allergies for the supervising physician. This position will work an 8‑hour shift between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
This position may be offered as either the Ophthalmic Technician (non‑COA certified) or Ophthalmic Clinical Specialist I (COA certified) based on the candidate’s qualifications. Please indicate the preferred classification in your application.
Duties
Demonstrate refraction competency with optometrist.
Transpose spectacle prescriptions from minus to plus cylinder.
Know basic pharmacology of ocular medications, instill multiple diagnostic drops during the exam, per protocol.
Perform manual keratometry testing.
Answer phone calls, triage patient complaints, and work them into clinic as needed.
Perform advanced applanation tonometry for corneal irregularity or patients with high astigmatism.
Assist with ocular specimen collection using various media for microbiology.
Maintain technological equipment, request repairs, troubleshoot, change bulbs, and arrange maintenance.
Assist physicians with procedures including obtaining cultures, tap and injection procedures.
Assist physician with scheduling procedures.
Ensure that quality control testing is complete and documented.
Participate in interview process for new hires and provide feedback.
Consult with clinic leadership regarding staffing for the day and week.
Address patient complaints or provide service recovery resources.
Serve as an Epic superuser.
Train other staff.
Compensation and Benefits
Sign‑on incentive of $1,500 for external hires, payable in one installment on the first of the month following completion of 60 days of employment. Repayment required for termination within 24 months.
Schedule
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday (full‑time). Schedule may be modified to fit candidate and clinic needs.
Location
UI Health Care, Iowa City (on campus).
Pay Grade
9 (GC84) or 10 (GC82).
COA Certified (Ophthalmic Clinical Specialist I) Minimum Eligibility Requirements
Three years of health care experience involving direct patient care, including use and maintenance of specialized medical equipment, or a combination of related education and experience.
COA certification through JCAHPO.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated leadership qualities and abilities.
Non‑COA Certified (Ophthalmic Technician) Minimum Eligibility Requirements
Three years of health care experience involving direct patient care, with at least one year at the level of a Clinical Technician II or equivalent, or a combination of related education and experience.
COA Certified (Ophthalmic Clinical Specialist I) Desirable Qualifications
18 months of ophthalmic patient care.
COA certification through JCAHPO (if not COA certified).
COT certification through JCAHPO (if COA certified).
Pediatric experience highly desirable.
Non‑COA Certified (Ophthalmic Technician) Desired Qualifications
Experience with medical terminology.
Experience with public contact/customer service.
Eye clinic experience.
JCAHPO COA certification within 18 months of hire and maintenance of certification.
Application Process
Resume is preferred for consideration. Applicants must upload as a “relevant file.” This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization. Successful candidates will self‑disclose any conviction history and undergo a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to five professional references may be requested later in the recruitment process.
Contact
Lydia Davidson, HR Generalist –
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Worksite address
iowa city, IA, 52245, US
Who can apply
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