Ophthalmic Technician II - Eye Clinic

Job Summary

The Ophthalmic Technician II will be responsible for conducting ophthalmic technical support activities that assist the ophthalmologists, residents, and optometrists in delivering care to patients in the outpatient Eye Clinic.

Essential Functions:

• Performs ocular examinations, including history taking, visual acuity, ocular motility assessment, intraocular pressure measurement, manual lensometry, and pupillary assessment. (60%)

• Performs visual field testing, OCT, pachymetry, topography, A-scan biometry, and ocular photography. (10%)

• Performs advanced refractometry and records findings accurately for provider review. (5%)

• Provides patient education on contact lens care, glasses, and medications. Instructs patients on insertion and removal of scleral and RGP lenses.
  (5%)

• Accurately troubleshoots patients presenting for a glasses recheck. (5%)

• Demonstrates proficiency in fluorescein angiography, pediatric eye examinations, and cataract evaluations. (5%)

• Assists with in-basket management and administrative tasks. (5%)

• Responsible for stocking exam rooms and maintaining exam room equipment. (5%)

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED Required

Work Experience:

• 1-3 years ophthalmic technician experience, multispecialty ophthalmic practice setting preferred Required

Licenses:

• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Epic EHR Documentation

• Intermediate knowledge of ophthalmic assisting skills, including optics, refractometry, and ocular alignment

ShiftWork TypeRegularSalary$23.94 - $35.91 / hrBenefits

• Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans

• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)

• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

• Tuition reimbursement & assistance

• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program

• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

Our Values

• Respect

• Belonging

• Accountability

• Transparency

All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community.Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.