Optometry Technician - 140079

Position Title Optometry Technician Department FAC PRAC OPHTHALMOLOGY Workplace Shiley Eye Institute Hiring Pay Scale $30.60 - $38.02 / Hour Annual Full Pay Range $63,893 - $79,386 Appointment Type Career Appointment Percent 100% Union EX Contract Total Openings 1 Work Schedule Days, 8‑Hour Shifts, Monday‑Saturday Filing Deadline Fri 6/26/2026 Job ID #140079 Description 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. Additional Certification Requirements Life‑support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands‑on practice and in‑person skills assessment; online‑only certification is not acceptable. Vaccination Program Compliance As an employee of the University of California, you will be required to comply with the University's Policy on Vaccination Programs. Equal Opportunity Employment 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. For more information on the University's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: Misconduct Disclosure Requirement As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. Definitions of Misconduct "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti-Discrimination Policy Abusive Conduct in the Workplace #J-18808-Ljbffr UC San Diego Health