The role of an Ophthalmic Technician is vital in the field of eye care and vision health. These skilled professionals play a crucial role in assisting ophthalmologists by performing a variety of technical duties. The job involves direct patient care, diagnostic testing, and ensuring that patients receive the highest level of service possible. This helps in the accurate diagnosis, treatment, and management of eye conditions.
At Kellogg, our purpose is to improve lives through curing, treating, and preventing eye disease. Our guiding principles are teamwork, caring, integrity, and innovation. Together, we use our purpose and guiding principles to align ourselves both as individuals and as an organization to achieve our vision of improving lives around the world by enhancing vision in others. We are dedicated to providing high quality health care services for Adults and Children. We are a are seeking individuals who wish to enhance the strength and capability of our workforce to help us become even better at the work that we do.
Perform the duties of an ophthalmic technician, Perform the duties of an ophthalmic technician, including, but not limited to:
- Provide exceptional patient care
- Provide assistance to ophthalmologists
- Perform testing related to diagnostic evaluation of the visual system
- Assist in in-office procedures and treatments
- Actively monitor clinic workflow
- Assist in research studies
- Assist in training and coordinating the work of other ophthalmic team members
- Assist in onboarding new employees
- Graduation from high school
- Experience as an ophthalmic technician (at least 2 years, at least COA or equivalent)
- Commitment to prioritizing the welfare of the research volunteer
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
- Uncompromising integrity
- Capacity and willingness to learn new skills as the positional needs change
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Experience with computer keyboards and applicable software (e.g. MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook or equivalent)
Senior Level
- Minimum of 10 years of experience as an Ophthalmic Technician is required.
- Certification as an Ophthalmic Technician (COT) through the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology is required.
- Knowledge of Electronic Medical Records and medical terminology is desirable.
- This classification requires Primary Source Verification.
Intermediate Level
- 5 years' experience as an Ophthalmic Technician
- Certification as an Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) from the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology
- Respectful and compassionate attitude
- Able to maintain confidentiality and follow all guidelines for documentation.
- Collaborative and collegial, demonstrates integrity
- Organized, able to maintain and coordinate multiple items.
- Excellent computer skills; proficient in data entry, analysis, graphing, Microsoft Office
- Familiarity with electronic equipment.
Associate Level
- Successful completion of Michigan Medicine's 12-week training program is required or some experience as an Ophthalmic Technician is required.
- Certification as an Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) from the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology is required within one year of employment.
- Knowledge of Electronic Medical Records and medical terminology is desirable.
- This classification requires Primary Source Verification.
Two years of college with courses in health science
This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
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.
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