Optometry Technician

#140079 Optometry Technician Under supervision of chief optometrist and lead optometrist, the Optometry Technician performs general assistance in optometry procedures: taking history, visual acuity, color vision, stereo vision, refractive error measurement, keratometry, potential acuity measurement, topography, OCT, brightness acuity test, spectacle and contact lens measurement, contact lens training in insertion and removal, and related services. In addition, will organize and stock exam rooms and contact lens area and will order and dispense contact lenses. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Graduation from college with a major in an applicable natural science; or two years of college courses in the natural sciences plus two years of applicable experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to take patient history, evaluate patient problems and provide complete documentation in electronic medical record. Ability to train and educate patients to insert, remove, and care for soft, rigid gas permeable, and hybrid contact lenses. Ability to obtain insurance authorization for contact lens services, and stock contact lens inventory, contact lens solutions, and supplies. Ability to train and educate patients, staff, residents, medical students and general community regarding optometry clinical services and procedures, hospital procedures, and necessary patient instructions. Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with the public and medical personnel. Knowledge of (and high standards of) laboratory hygiene, biohazard handling, and universal precautions. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience working as an optometry technician. Ability to perform visual acuity, measurement of refractive error, color vision, stereovision, topography, OCT, BAT, PAM, and related tests. Ability to measure spectacle lens power, and rigid gas permeable lens power, radius, and diameter. General knowledge of ophthalmic diseases, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment in order to carry out all functions. Experience with electronic medical records. SPECIAL CONDITIONS Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical. Must be willing to learn, work in multiple locations, and work variable hours and days, including Saturdays. Occasional overtime as required. PAYMENT AND COMPENSATION Annual Full Pay Range: $63,893 - $79,386 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%) Hourly Equivalent: $30.60 - $38.02 MISCONDUCT DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENT As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer must disclose any mandatory disciplinary decisions in the last seven years or appeals of the findings of misconduct. LEGAL AND NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. #J-18808-Ljbffr