LEAD OPHTHALMIC SPECIALIST, FROEDTERT HOSPITAL

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Location: US:WI:MILWAUKEE at our FROEDTERT HOSPITAL facility.

This job is ON - SITE.

FTE: 1.000000

Standard Hours: 40.00

Shift: 1st

Shift Details: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm


Job Summary:

The Lead Tech demonstrates proficiency and knowledge for all aspects of eye care and examinations performed, and daily support for the Eye team. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to performing a variety of ocular examinations and procedures, assisting the provider with patient care and the daily operating functions of the department. Assists in maintaining accurate records and reports. Helps to coordinate the timely flow of patients through the Provider's schedules to maintain efficient patient care. Assists in educational and technical training sessions of staff members based upon their expected level of competency. Assist in determining staffing requirements, demonstrates and enforces Organizational standards for quality care and customer service.


EXPERIENCE:

A minimum of 3 years of Ophthalmic/Optometric Tech or Specialist experience is required.


EDUCATION:

High School diploma or equivalent is required.


SPECIAL SKILLS:

Demonstrates proficiency in all Ophthalmic Specialist duties. Effective verbal and written communication skills Ability to work effectively with others in problem identification and resolution. Proficiency with EMR usage.


LICENSURE:

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, Certified Ophthalmic Technician, or Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist is required within 6 months of hire. American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider (BLS) or an AHA approved equivalent is required.


Perks & Benefits at Froedtert Health

Froedtert Health Offers a variety of perks & benefits to staff, depending on your role you may be eligible for the following:

• Paid time off
• Growth opportunity- Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities
• Academic Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin
• Referral bonuses
• Retirement plan - 403b
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics
• Employee Assistance Programs, Adoption Assistance, Healthy Contributions, View email address on click.appcast.io, Moving Assistance, Discounts on gym memberships, travel and other work life benefits available

The Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin regional health network is a partnership between Froedtert Health and the Medical College of Wisconsin supporting a shared mission of patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health network operates eastern Wisconsin's only academic medical center and adult Level I Trauma center engaged in thousands of clinical trials and studies. The Froedtert & MCW health network, which includes ten hospitals, nearly 2,000 physicians and more than 45 health centers and clinics draw patients from throughout the Midwest and the nation.


We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who values and maintains an environment that attracts, recruits, engages and retains a diverse workforce. We welcome protected veterans to share their priority consideration status with us at View phone number on click.appcast.io. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. During your application and interview process, if you have a need that requires an accommodation, please contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io. We will attempt to fulfill all reasonable accommodation requests.