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Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Position Summary:

Under the direct supervision of a physician, assists with coordination of neuro-visual patient care including neuro-ophthalmology procedures and health histories while rooming patients. Is also involved with registration, collection, processing and quality control of specimens, receives and instructs patients, processes lab orders and distributes laboratory reports.

Status: Casual

Shift:

What you will need:

• Graduate of a CoA-OMP or CMA accredited program for Ophthalmic Technologists and two years of college education; OR graduate of a COA-OMP or CMA accredited program for Ophthalmic Technologists and two years of full-time work experience; OR 6,000 hours work experience (three years full time equivalent) as a COT under ophthalmologic supervision; OR 4,000 hours (two full years) as a CO or OC©.

• Preferred: Advanced courses in a specified medial area such as anatomy, physiology, biology, or Associate Degree in Health Sciences.

• Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technician (COMT) by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel (JCAHPO). Preferred: Certified Orthoptist

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification or obtain within 3 months of hire.

• Preferred: Three-year experience as a direct patient care provider. Previous experience in the Neuroscience, Ophthalmology or Optometrist field(s). Business office experience.

What you will do:

• Performs, measures and records neuro-ophthalmologic tests.

• Coordinates clinical care in conjunction with physician, to a broad spectrum of patients with visual disturbance from optic nerve diseases, central nervous system disorders, ocular motility dysfunction, and pupillary abnormalities.

• Administers ophthalmic drops according to Physician orders.

• Troubleshoots all neuro-ophthalmology equipment, connectors and cabling.

• Explains testing procedures to the patients and their families and offers specific education and counseling to patients regarding their condition and management plans.

• Oversees the work performed by the Ophthalmic Technician Trainee/Assistant/Technician

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Competitive Salaries and Shift Differentials

• Day 1 benefits, no waiting period!

• Rich Benefits packages available including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off and 403B.

• Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes.

• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Forgiveness Options

• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health in 21 different states!!

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran