OPHTHALMIC TECHNICIAN - NON-CERTIFIED: OPHTHALMOLOGY CLINIC (DAYS, M - F)

Shift: Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Department: Ophthalmology Clinic
Compensation:

* Base Pay Range: $16.68 - $26.31/per hour, based on experience

ABOUT THE JOB

MU Health Care is looking for a dedicated and compassionate individual to join our team! We seek someone who is detail-oriented, proactive and thrives in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have a passion for patient care and a keen eye for detail, ensuring our exam rooms are always ready and well-stocked. If you are enthusiastic about making a difference and enjoy working closely with physicians to provide top-notch care, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Join us at MU Health Care and be part of a team that values excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Apply today and help us deliver exceptional health care to our community!

ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE

MU Health Care is a growing academic health system in mid-Missouri comprised of multiple hospitals - including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital - and over 90 specialty clinics located throughout the region.

As an MU Health Care employee, you'll be part of an exceptional team committed to our mission of saving and improving lives. Our core values of inclusion, respect, service, discovery, responsibility and excellence foster a collaborative work environment where you can grow your career.

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EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

* Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one

* Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays

* Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years

* Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)

* Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more

* See a comprehensive list of benefits here.

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

Conduct preliminary patient interviews and record relevant data such as chief complaint, health history, medications, and allergies for the physician's review. Measure vitals when necessary.

Prepare patient and exam rooms for all procedures and provide assistance to physicians for procedures.

Clean and restock exam rooms including restock of supplies, equipment and medications. Review expiration dates of supplies and medication and take appropriate action.

Assist physicians as required and perform all other duties as assigned.

Conduct a variety of eye examinations and testing as directed by physician.

May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be acquired.

Ability to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and staff.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

One (1) year of health related or patient care experience.

Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. The employee may be required ambulate, remain in a stationary position and position self to reach and/or move objects above the shoulders and below the knees. The employee may be required to move objects up to 10 lbs.