• Under the supervision of the Ambulatory Patient Care Supervisor I, Optometry Supervisor and the Chief of Ophthalmology of the Department of Ophthalmology at San Francisco General Hospital, and guided by policies and procedures of San Francisco General Hospital Medical Center, the Ophthalmic 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 Ophthalmic Technician is patient care, work-up, and preliminary testing in preparation for the Provider's examination of the patient.

• 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. Optometry, General Ophthalmology, Minor Procedures, Cornea, Glaucoma, Neuro-Ophthalmology, Ocular Plastics, Pediatric Ophthalmology, Proctor, 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.

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.

The salary range for this position is $37.74 - $47.11 (Hourly Rate).

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