Top 8 Ophthalmic technician Jobs in San Francisco, Ca

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University of California San Francisco —San Francisco, CA
- Spanish
- Anatomy knowledge
- Medical office experience
Certified Ophthalmic Technician
Alameda Health System —Oakland, CA
- $48.22 an hour
- Per diem
- Surgery
- Patient monitoring
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
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Ophthalmic Technician/Medical Assistant
Bay Area Retina Associates —Oakland, CA
- $23 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Clinic
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Certified Ophthalmic Technician
Alameda Health System —Oakland, CA
Assist in coordinating services for patients, e.g., reminder calls, scheduling tests, etc. Incumbent assists physicians and other technical support staff to…
$48.22 an hour
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University of California San Francisco —San Francisco, CA
If not certified as COA, requirement for successful completion of JCAHPO Ophthalmic assistant certification within 6 months of hire.

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Midwest Retina —Dublin, OH
This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to work alongside leading ophthalmologists in the field of retina care, providing diagnostic and patient…
$20 - $25 an hour
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Optometric Technician
Clarkson Eyecare —Dublin, OH
Operate manual lensometer, auto-lensometer, autorefractor/keratometer, retinal camera, visual field, GDX or OCT. Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays.
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University of California San Francisco -
San Francisco, CA

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Job Details

Qualifications

Ophthalmology patient education
Photography
Computer operation
Direct patient care
Customer communication
Medical procedure preparation
Anatomy knowledge
Electronic health records (EHR) management
Ophthalmic medical procedure assistance
Pre-examination patient preparation
Medical equipment operation
Employee relationship building
Patient history taking
Corneal topographers
Ophthalmic history taking
Ophthalmic diagnostic imaging equipment
Safety hazards
Safe environment creation
Optical coherence tomography (OCT)
Patient interaction
Medical assisting
Occupational safety risk assessments
Aseptic technique
Patient education
Managing patient records
Technical Proficiency

Full Job Description

Under the supervision of the Ambulatory Patient Care Supervisor I, Optometry Supervisor and the Chief of Ophthalmology of the Department of Ophthalmology at San Francisco General Hospital, and guided by policies and procedures of San Francisco General Hospital Medical Center, the Ophthalmic Technician is responsible for the efficient organization and operation of all technical functions of the practice to which he/she is assigned. This assignment may vary from day to day, and requires an individual to be flexible and well-trained. The primary responsibility of the Ophthalmic Technician is patient care, work-up, and preliminary testing in preparation for the Provider’s examination of the patient.

Required Qualifications:

Graduation from college with a major in applicable natural science; or two years of college courses in the natural sciences plus two years of applicable experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
Previous experience or training in this similar position
If not certified as COA, requirement for successful completion of JCAHPO Ophthalmic assistant certification within 6 months of hire
Strong computer skills with proficiency in electronic health records
Good understanding of ophthalmic practice and patient care
Knowledge of medical instrumentation and its proper care and usage
Ability to assess common safety hazards and take precautions to establish a safe work environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Efficiently and accurately interview patients and documents medical histories. Consistently work with 3-4 patients per hour.
Demonstrated working knowledge of eye anatomy, disease, symptoms and ocular medications.
Can perform optical and ultrasound biometry, fundus and external photography, HVF, OCT, and corneal topography. Interested applicants who do not currently have experience with these instruments must demonstrate proficiency after proper training.
Understands and uses proper sterile technique. Utilizes proper universal precautions procedures. Understands characteristics of pediatric eye conditions and strabismus.
Understands and communicates well to patients about strabismus, amblyopia, glasses and pediatric surgical procedures. Display consistent professionalism.
Is energetic and communicates well with patients. Build positive relationships with supervisors and colleagues.
Demonstrates flexibility in job assignment. Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals. Maintains certification. Demonstrate reliable attendance and adherence to work schedule.
Must be able to stand for long periods of time and physically capable of assisting patients to and from examination rooms. Must demonstrate manual dexterity sufficient to operate ophthalmic equipment

Preferred Qualifications:

Bi-lingual or multi-lingual capacity (Spanish or Cantonese) strongly preferred
Experience with insurance verification, medical record data abstraction, appointment, ancillary service and/or surgical scheduling strongly preferred
Prior experience in medical office environment strongly preferred

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values .

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here .

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

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