About this role
The University of Iowa Health Care Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences is seeking an 100%25 Ophthalmic Clinical Specialist II (GC83) responsible for performing highly technical optical testing as a major portion of the complete eye exam, prior to the dilated fundus exam (DFE), in addition to obtaining patient histories, medications, and allergies, and visual acuity for the supervising physician.
Position Responsibilities
- Performs all characteristic duties and responsibilities of the Ophthalmic Clinical Specialist I.
- Performs retinoscopy and/or refractometry on patient to provide a prescription for spectacles for best corrected vision, using advanced spectacle/optic principles.
- Performs entire slit lamp examination of the anterior segment of the eye.
- Assists with Low Vision Aids and reinforce education of assistive devices.
- Responsible for advanced pharmacology knowledge to assist physician, with emphasis on strengths, types, actions, and side effects.
- Performs suture removal after ocular lid/facial surgery.
- Answers ocular questions via phone triage, and working patients in as needed.
- Calibrates technical equipment according to the instrument’s specifications.
- Assists physicians with procedures.
- Ensures responsibilities of stocking and calibration are completed for daily and monthly audits/checklists.
- Serves as a resource for other ophthalmic clinical specialists and associates.
- Provides education in a formal setting to technicians across the clinic.
- Assists with the development and testing of annual competency and onboarding new equipment.
- Provides input in the orientation curriculum and monitor progress made for orientees.
Percent of Time: 100%25
Schedule: Preferred schedule Monday – Friday, 8:00a-5:00p. Schedule may be modified to fit candidate and clinic needs.
Location: UI Health Care, Iowa City
Rotations: N/A
On Campus: This position is performed fully on campus.
Pay Grade: 12 (GC83)
Benefit Highlights: Regular, non-exempt position located in Iowa City, Iowa. Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. For more information, visit https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits.
University of Iowa Health Care —recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®
Minimum Eligibility Requirements
- Three years of health care experience involving direct patient care including some use and maintenance of specialized medical equipment with at least one year of the prior experience at the level of an Ophthalmic Clinical Specialist I or equivalent, or a combination of related education and experience.
- Must possess and maintain a Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification through the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO).
- Must possess and maintain a CPR certification.
- Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must demonstrate leadership qualities and abilities.
Position & Application Details
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission:
Resume
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
For additional questions, please contact Melissa Monhollon, HR Manager, at [email protected] or 319-356-4674.
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Hours:
Monday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Friday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Or by appointment
Contact [email protected] to schedule an appointment or just stop by.
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Other facts
About University of Iowa
WE CARE Core Values
Welcoming: We strive for an environment where every voice is heard, emphasize, regular communication, and seek transparency wherever possible.
Excellence: We strive to achieve excellence in all that we do.
Collaboration: We believe teamwork is the best way to work.
Accountability: We behave ethically, act openly and with integrity in all that we do, taking responsibility for our actions.
Respect: We honor diversity and recognize the worth and dignity of every person.
Equity: We dedicate ourselves to equity and fairness.
Mission
Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®
University of Iowa Health Care is changing medicine through:
• Pioneering discovery
• Innovative interprofessional education
• Delivery of superb clinical care
• An extraordinary patient experience in a multi-disciplinary, collaborative, team-based environment
University of Iowa Health Care is changing lives by:
• Preventing and curing disease
• Improving health and well-being
Vision
World Class People: Building on our greatest strength.
World Class Medicine: Creating a new standard of excellence in integrated patient care, research, and education.
For Iowa and the World: Making a difference in quality of life and health for generations.
Recognitions/ Awards
In its 2020 rankings of “Best Employer for Diversity," Forbes ranked UI Health Care No. 47 overall among large employers nationwide and No. 10 in its Healthcare & Social category.
What you'll do
- The Ophthalmic Clinical Specialist II performs advanced optical testing and assists physicians with various procedures. They also provide education and support to other clinical specialists and ensure proper equipment maintenance.
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