Perform the duties of an ophthalmic technician as well as:

• Perform ophthalmic test and procedures with proficiency in the ophthalmic sub-specialties.
• Coordinate follow-up care of patients.
• Assist in training and coordinating the work of ophthalmic assistants and technicians and interns.
• Participate in research studies.
• Actively assist in clinic workflow, scheduling of technicians, communicating delays to patients.
• Onboarding of new employees.
• Other duties as directed by supervisor.
• Provide exceptional patient service.
• Assist in clinical procedures.

• Graduation from high school 
• Experience as an ophthalmic technician (at least 2 years, at least COA or equivalent)
• Commitment to prioritizing the welfare of the research volunteer
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Uncompromising integrity
• Capacity and willingness to learn new skills as the positional needs change
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Experience with computer keyboards and applicable software (e.g. MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook or equivalent)

Senior Level

• Certified as Ophthalmic Technician through the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology is required. 
• Considerable experience as an Ophthalmic Technician is required.

Intermediate Level

• Certification as an Ophthalmic Asst from the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology is required.  
• Reasonable experience as an Ophthalmic Technician is required.

Associate Level

• Completion of Michigan Medicine's 12-week training program or some experience as an Ophthalmic Technician is required. 
• Certification as an Ophthalmic Asst within one year of employment.

• Experience with the MiChart (Epic) electronic health record (EHR) system
• Experience with the OnCore clinical trial management system (CTMS)
• At least two years of college with courses in the health science area is strongly preferred

Senior Level

• Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technician is desired. 

Intermediate Level

• Certification as an Ophthalmic Technician is desired. 

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

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