Details **Open Date** 08/29/2024 **Requisition Number** PRN39720B **Job Title** PS Certified Ophthalmic Assistant **Working Title** PS Certified Ophthalmic Assistant **Job Grade** UGR **FLSA Code** Professional **Patient Sensitive Job Code?** Yes **Standard Hours per Week** 40 **Full Time or Part Time?** Full Time **Shift** Day **Work Schedule Summary** **VP Area** U of U Health - Academics **Department** 00870 - Ophthalmology-Research **Location** Campus **City** Salt Lake City, UT **Type of Recruitment** External Posting **Pay Rate Range** $21.00 to $25.00/hr DOE **Close Date** **Job Summary** This position performs preliminary examinations and evaluations of patients with ocular complaints, diseases, or disorders by initiating and executing technical tests utilized exclusively in ophthalmology. The incumbent provides information to and consults with ophthalmologists who facilitate the diagnosis and eventual treatment of patients. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. **Responsibilities** **Essential Functions** + Performs successfully all of the essential functions of job code 7130, Ophthalmic Medical Specialist. + Performs intermediate diagnostic tests such as intermediate manifest refractometry (fogging, balancing, near point refractometry, and trial framing), pachymetry, corneal curvature measurement, tear break up time test, intermediate lens skills including measuring base curve, vertex distance, and prism in glasses including progressive lenses. + Performs ophthalmic imaging, including fundus photography, OCT , anterior segment photography. + Performs automated visual fields with a fundus-controlled perimeter. + Assists with other ophthalmic procedures including obtaining the consent of the patient. + Makes decisions regarding which screening procedures and specialized tests should be applied to each patient based on symptoms as reported by the patient. + Interprets the reliability and validity of test results, de-identifies and uploads test-results into specific databases in the context of clinical studies. + Performs evaluation of test results under supervision. + Assist in patient scheduling and flow, including scribing. **Problem Solving** + Ability to perform the essential functions of the job outlined above. + Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills. + Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served. + Ability to interpret the reliability and validity of test results. + Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development. + Ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual. **Working Conditions and Physical Demands** _Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation._ + This position involves intermediate working conditions in a healthcare setting that may exert up to 50 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving patients or objects, such as medical equipment, while providing patient care. Workers in this position may be exposed to infectious diseases and may be required to function around prisoners or behavioral health patients. _This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job._ _The above job description reflects the general physical and mental demands and environmental conditions required to perform the essential functions for this position. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties to this job at any time. The University of Utah Health complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended and Sections 503 & 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and extends reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants or employees with disabilities. A qualified applicant must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without a reasonable accommodation._ _The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual._ **Minimum Qualifications** Required Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire. JCAHPO certification as an Ophthalmic Assistant ( COA ) or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). One year of experience working in an allied health profession position in ophthalmology. This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. **Preferences** **Type** Benefited Staff **Special Instructions Summary** **Additional Information** The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. 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