Ophthalmic Clinical Specialist I

The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics department of Ophthalmology is seeking a 100% Ophthalmic Clinical Specialist I to perform technical and diverse optical testing as a portion of the complete ocular exam, in addition to obtaining patient histories, meds and allergies for the supervising physician. Duties to include: Demonstrate refraction competency with optometrist. Transpose spectacle prescriptions from minus to plus cylinder. Responsible for knowing basic pharmacology of ocular medications, instilling multiple diagnostic drops during the exam, per protocol. Perform manual keratometery testing. Answers phone calls, triages patient complaints, working them into clinic as needed. Able to perform advanced applanation tonometry for corneal irregularity problems, or patients with high astigmatism. Assist with ocular specimen collection using various types of media for microbiology. Maintains technological equipment, calling for repairs and troubleshooting as needed. Maintains equipment as needed by changing bulbs, arranging repairs. Assists physicians with procedures including obtaining cultures, tap and injection procedures. Assists physician with scheduling procedures. Ensure that quality control testing is complete and documented. Participate in interview process for new hires and provide feedback. Consult with the clinic leadership regarding staffing for the day and week. Address patient complaints or be a resource for service recovery. Function as an Epic super user. Train other staff. University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics—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.® ***External hires only, in addition to your base salary, we will provide you with a sign-on incentive of $1,500, payable in one installment. The payment will be made on the first of the month following completion of 60 days of employment. Should you terminate employment within 24 months, you will be responsible for the prorated repayment of the sign-on incentive. The signed agreement will be processed upon hire.*** Percent of Time: 100% Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00a-5:00p Location: UIHC, Iowa City Rotations: N/A Pay Grade: 10 **This position is being cross posted as an Ophthalmic Technician. COA certification is desirable Qualifications - External Required Qualifications: Three years of health care experience involving direct patient care including some use and maintenance of specialized medical equipment , or a combination of related education and experience. COA certification through JCAHPO Excellent verbal and written communication skills Demonstrated leadership qualities and abilities DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: 18 months of ophthalmic patient care COT certification through JCAHPO Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload current CV, desirable cover letter and (3) references (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on date of closing. Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $40,264.16 per year Benefits: Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Medical Specialty: Ophthalmology Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Application Question(s): Are you COA certified through JCAHPO? Experience: Patient care: 1 year (Required) Work Location: In person