Ophthalmic Technician Trainee- Harborview Medical Center Eye Institute

Job Description

Harborview Medical Center- Eye Institute has an outstanding opportunity for an Ophthalmic Technician Trainee.

WORK SCHEDULE

• 40 hours per week

• Mondays – Fridays

• Day Shift

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Our Ophthalmic Technicians work in a fast-paced, challenging, diverse and rewarding environment, and among a highly acclaimed team of industry specialists.

Harborview Medical Center Eye Institute staff not only enjoy outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities, but also an environment noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBLITIES

• Review medical records and note need for specific testing prior to physician examination

• • Report results to physician by documenting in the electronic medical record and/or providing verbal reports
• • Document chief complaint and medical history in the electronic medical record
• • Build skills to perform tests such as visual acuity assessments, visual field determinations, intraocular pressure checks using a variety of devices, and other objective eye assessments
• • Build skills to perform Humphrey Visual Field testing, and other imaging modalities
• • Perform Slit lamp examinations
• • Build skills to perform manifest refractions
• • Build skills to assist with minor in-office procedures
• • Under physician direction administer topical medications, such as eye drops, ointments, and irrigating solutions to the eye
• • Greet all customers, patients and families with a smile; communicate pleasantly and in a manner that optimizes service excellence
• • Promote and model an atmosphere of respect for human dignity and the uniqueness of each person encountered
• • Ensure positive and professional first impression of the clinic
• • Monitor and ensure pleasant atmosphere and patient throughput the waiting areas
• • Advocate for the patient/family by locating appropriate staff to address concerns if unable to resolve independently first
• • Appropriately directs patients and others to the other departments across the medical center as needed
• • Act promptly and effectively in managing self, caring for patients, directing other employees and responding to administrative needs during an emergency situation
• • Ability to rotate to satellite sites of service
• • Other duties as assigned
    

REQUIREMENTS

• High school graduation

• OR

• GED Equivalent education/experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration

ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER

As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care.

Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region.

Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion.

ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$45,432.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$57,648.00 annual

Other Compensation:

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SEIU Local 925 Healthcare Prof/Lab Tech

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 .

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law .