Visual Field Technician (H) - Plantation_

Current Employees:If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here (yworkday.com/umiami/d/task/1422$7248.htmld) to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this tip sheet (t.miami.edu/wda/erpsec/tipsheets/ER\_eRecruiting\_ApplyforaJob.pdf) .The Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is currently seeking a full time Visual Field Technician to work in UHealth Plantation. This position is primarily responsible for assisting the providers by gathering data pertaining to the patient’s visual field, and maintaining an environment conducive to the delivery of efficient, quality eye care. The individual in this position will provide diagnostic ophthalmic test/assessment procedures to ensure quality care to the patients and support for the Physicians by providing medical treatment and medical care services.CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:+ Determines the optical characteristics of spectacle lenses with the lensometer or auto lensometer. Performs test procedures on patients of all ages, including but not limited to confrontation fields, Humphrey visual fields, virtual reality visual fields (VRVF), tangent screen visual fields, Amsler grid, insertion and removal of hard and soft contact lenses, administration of eye drops, and auto refraction.+ Educate patients on testing procedures. Monitor the progress and facilitates the testing of patients undergoing diagnostic testing and/or consultations in other areas/departments.+ Serves as a liaison between physicians and patients, as well as within other departments.+ Attend educational courses for ophthalmic personnel when assigned.+ Perform organizational duties as designated. Ensure all equipment is calibrated, and instrumentation is in proper working order.+ Participate in assigned clinical research and maintain required certifications.+ Organize and stock rooms for daily clinical activities.+ Makes suggestions to Physicians and/or Practice Managers regarding possible improvements in the practice.+ Handles medical emergencies, adhering to hospital policy, in a timely and competent manner, always putting the patient’s safety and well-being first. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.CORE QUALIFICATIONS+ High School diploma or equivalent+ Basic Life Support (BLS)+ Minimum 1 year of relevant experienceKnowledge, Skills and Attitudes:+ Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.+ Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.+ Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.+ Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.+ Proficiency in computer software (i.e., Microsoft Office).+ Ability to operate computer terminals, retrieving and inputting information.The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here (r.miami.edu/careers/eo-ada/index.html) for additional information.Job Status:Full timeEmployee Type:StaffPay Grade:H2