Visual Fields Technician- Dean McGee Eye Institute - Oklahoma Health Center at OU Health

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Visual Field Testing, Patient Assessment, Interpersonal Skills, Attention to Detail, Electronic Health Records, HIPAA Regulations, Teamwork, Calibration of Instruments

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Position Title: Visual Fields Technician- Dean McGee Eye Institute - Oklahoma Health Center Department: General Overhead Job Description: The Visual Fields Technician performs visual field testing to map a patient's central and peripheral vision to identify blind spots or other vision problems. Essential Responsibilities Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. Performs visual field testing ordered by a Physician or Advanced Practice Provider. Completes patient assessments including preliminary and diagnostic testing including visual acuity, patient history, lensometry if needed and visual fields in accordance with established protocols. Prepare patients for testing by explaining the test, answering questions and ensuring the patient is comfortable. Ensure proper technique when administering tests. Provide accurate results to the Physician or Advanced Practice Provider to aid in diagnosing and managing various eye conditions. Clean equipment and testing areas General Responsibilities Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Experience: No experience required. License/Certification/Registration: None required. Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) preferred. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Ability to operate and calibrate visual field instruments accurately. Proficiency with electronic health records and general computer skills. Understanding of HIPAA regulations. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to comfort patients. Ability to work within a team. Strong attention to detail. Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login. OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family. OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state’s only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. Becker’s Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health’s oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma’s top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health’s mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research. Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions. Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Reasonable accommodations are made to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

The Visual Fields Technician performs visual field testing to map a patient's central and peripheral vision. They ensure proper technique when administering tests and provide accurate results to aid in diagnosing and managing various eye conditions.