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Under general supervision of the Technician Supervisor and Clinical Manager, and guided by the policies and procedures of UCSF Medical Center, Ambulatory Services, and the Department of Ophthalmology, the Clinical 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 Clinical Technician is patient care, work-up, and preliminary testing in preparation for the Provider's examination of the patient. The Clinical Technician:
- Acts within the scope of practice an ophthalmic technician and carries out other clinical and administrative functions as directed by the Administration of the Department for any of the assigned Clinical Services, (i.e. General Ophthalmology, Cornea, Glaucoma, Neuro-Ophthalmology, Ocular Oncology, Ocular Plastics, Pediatric Ophthalmology, Refractive Surgery, and Retina/Vitreous)
- Monitors the clinical areas of the practice for patient and staff safety
- Cleans and maintains the equipment used by the practice
- Daily stocks supplies and maintains the order of each day's assigned areas
- Maintains an orderly and professional appearance in all the clinic areas of the Department
- Actively pursues and attends continuing educational opportunities to ensure current knowledge in the ever-evolving role of the ophthalmic technician
- Stays abreast of changes in the field and seeks new skills and/or training as new, upgraded, or advancements in instrumentation develops
% Time |
Essential Function (Yes/No) |
Key Responsibilities |
20% |
Yes |
Patient Screening and Preliminary Testing
- Manages patient expectations by providing practice-specific guidelines related to service/visit. Seeks clinical input when appropriate.
- Creates a professional and positive first impression for patients and referring physicians.
- Prescreening: Review and record patient demographics and prepares electronic patient records for physician review. Demographics is inclusive of, but not limited to:
- Ophthalmic and Systemic Medical History
- Medication reconciliation
- History of Present Illness
- Chief Complaint
- Allergies, sensitivities and side effects
- Family and Social History
- HLT III Position requires fluency and competency in preliminary screening and testing in all subspecialty clinics
Visual Assessment: Performs and documents various acuity measurements and diagnostics tests as per physician requirement/symptomology. - Refractive Assessment: Distinguishes between different spectacle types (single vision distance, single vision near, bifocal or multifocal)
- Tonometry/Pachymetry: Performs testing as indicated for patient's age and/or physician order.
- Promptly and professionally assists physicians and optometrists in patient care.
- Compiles all paperwork for pre-operative examination. Ensures that all paperwork has been appropriately completed, including patient and physician signatures. Completes patient health survey.
- Administers and legibly documents the administration of ophthalmic medication drops
Ensures that the physician's orders are followed, confirms all ordered testing is completed and verifies that testing results are reconciled in the medical record. |
| 45% |
Yes |
Complex Diagnostic Testing
- Performs complex diagnostic ancillary tests requiring an advanced level of knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the eye within the scope of practice of an ophthalmic technician.
- Cleans and maintains the advanced diagnostic instrumentation as needed.
- Understands and maintains calibration of all diagnostic instrumentation used.
- Entry level to the Ophthalmic Technician III position requires a demonstrated competency in two (2) or more of the following diagnostic testing skill categories (outlined on the following page)
Diagnostic Testing:
- Goldmann perimetry
- Ultrasound
- Diagnostic Echography (AScan)
- Diagnostic Echography (BScan)
- Axial length and IOL calculations for cataract surgery
- Axial-length (AScan biometry)
- IOL Measurement and Calculation
- Electrophysiology
- Multi-focal Electroretinogram (ERG)
- Visually Evoked Potential (VEP)
- Electro-oculogram (EOG)
- Microperimetry
- Corneal Mapping and Related Testing
- Endothelial Cell Count (ECC)
- Optical Coherence Tomography
- Non-Invasive Fundus Photography
- Fluorescein Angiography (FAs) & ICG Angiography
- Slit Lamp Photography
- Biometry and ultrasound
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| 10% |
Yes |
Quality & Performance Improvement
- Contributes to/Leads team building by actively participating/leading in meetings and discussions with other providers regarding practice activities.
- Works with supervisor and co-workers to improve procedures and administrative systems. Actively Participates in performance improvement projects and customer service initiatives.
- Has a supportive role in familiarizing new employees including Fellows, Residents, Medical students to the clinical functions, policies, and procedures of UCSF Medical Center and the Department of Ophthalmology.
- Maintains and monitors for HIPAA compliance with electronic protected health information
- As assigned, fills in for other co-workers to help address work load problems and cover vacation or sick leave openings.
- Attends training classes provided by the Department of Ophthalmology, UCSF Medical Center, and other venues as required to keep skills and clinical practice updated.
- Maintains, troubleshoots, and cleans all equipment being used. Reports nonworking equipment to supervisor. Understands and maintains calibration of all diagnostic instrumentation used.
- Maintains exam rooms, replenish supplies and drops
- Compliance with the Medical Center House and Telephone Standards
- Cleans and maintains department instrumentation as needed.
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| 10% |
Yes |
Optical Coherence Topography (Macula, Anterior Segment, RNFL) |
| 5% |
Yes |
Non- Invasive Posterior Segment Photography (Fundus/Optic Disc/Nevus) |
| 5% |
Yes |
Axial Length Measurements |
| 2% |
Yes |
Automated visual fields |
| 1% |
Yes |
Corneal Topography |
| 1% |
Yes |
Auto-keratometry |
| 1% |
Yes |
Lensometry |
| 100% |
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum 5+ years' experience in clinical ophthalmology
- Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) plus Certificated Retinal Angiographer (CRA) or Registered Ophthalmic Ultrasound Biometrist (ROUB)
- BLS
- Advanced knowledge of ocular anatomy, physiology, and termininology
- Understanding of how anatomic systems and systemic disorders may affect the visual system
- Demonstrated experience in patient instruction/education
- Demonstrated ability in caring for and directing the blind or partially sighted patient
- Demonstrated experience in ophthalmic instrumentation cleaning and maintenance
- Demonstrated experience in minor surgical assisting and surgical set-up
- Possesses the ability to work with intermittent standing and sitting for 8-9 hours/day
- Good communication and organizational skills, professionalism, and motivation
- Under the direction of the Manager, actively works toward JCAHO compliance
- Demonstrated experience in responding to a patient emergency while in the clinic
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution
- Bilingual or multi-lingual capability
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 REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum 5+ years' experience in clinical ophthalmology
- Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) plus Certificated Retinal Angiographer (CRA) or Registered Ophthalmic Ultrasound Biometrist (ROUB)
- BLS
- Advanced knowledge of ocular anatomy, physiology, and termininology
- Understanding of how anatomic systems and systemic disorders may affect the visual system
- Demonstrated experience in patient instruction/education
- Demonstrated ability in caring for and directing the blind or partially sighted patient
- Demonstrated experience in ophthalmic instrumentation cleaning and maintenance
- Demonstrated experience in minor surgical assisting and surgical set-up
- Possesses the ability to work with intermittent standing and sitting for 8-9 hours/day
- Good communication and organizational skills, professionalism, and motivation
- Under the direction of the Manager, actively works toward JCAHO compliance
- Demonstrated experience in responding to a patient emergency while in the clinic
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution
- Bilingual or multi-lingual capability
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