Description

We're seeking a skilled Ophthalmic Technician to become a vital part of our Cornea-External Diseases Division. In this exciting role, you'll provide essential clinical and administrative support to our esteemed physicians, helping to deliver world-class care in our outpatient Westwood clinic. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Gather patients' medical history, dilate patients, perform refractions, topography, lensometry, and keratometry with precision

• Manage essential supplies and instruments, ensuring our clinic is always fully stocked

• Prepare the surgery room and assist our surgeons in minor procedures

• Support patient service duties such as scheduling appointments, obtain pre-authorizations, and maintain medical records

For the 35th consecutive year, UCLA Health has been named to the national honor roll of Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report and achieved a #1 ranking in Los Angeles and California. UCLA Health's Ophthalmology specialty placed #5 in the nation! This is more than just a job-it's an opportunity to be part of a team dedicated to transforming lives through exceptional eye care.

Salary Range: $33.02-43.56 Hourly

This is a full-time position eligible for full benefits as of the first day of employment.

QualificationsRequired:

• Two years' experience working in a medical office including answering telephones, interacting with patients and familiarity with current billing practices including governmental plans.

• One year of experience scheduling patient appointments in computerized appointment scheduling system.

• Knowledge of ophthalmic medical terminology, medication, anatomy, physiology as well as disease of the eye and systemic disease that affect the eye.

• Knowledge of principles of the ophthalmic therapy, first aid and treatment of ocular and medical emergencies.

• Ability to use ophthalmic equipment such as tonopen, slit lamp, va monitor, auto-refraction, chair and applanation tonometer; and instrument sterilization techniques.

• Ability to work as a team member and under pressure to organize and prioritize duties & task.

• Excellent interpersonal skills which promote pleasant and effective communications with patients, staff and doctors.

• Excellent skills in basic office software and equipment including but not limited to Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, fax, email, copying, scanning, copy/paste, organization and extreme attention to detail

• Excellent punctuality and dependability.

Preferred:

• Experience registering patients in Epic/CareConnect system in an Ophthalmology practice.

• Experience working in a teaching environment.

UCLA Health welcomes all individuals, without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or disabilities, and we proudly look to each person’s unique achievements and experiences to further set us apart.