Ophthalmic Technician 2 Specialty Per Diem Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Doral, FL

Ophthalmic Technician - Specialty 2

The University of Miami, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, has an exciting Per Diem opportunity for an Ophthalmic Technician - Specialty 2 in Doral, Florida.

The Ophthalmic Technician - Specialty 2 (H) independently performs a broad range of advanced ophthalmic diagnostic and specialty procedures. This role demonstrates applied expertise in specialty equipment, complex testing, and procedural workflows, contributing to efficient patient throughput and high-quality clinical outcomes. Specialty focus areas are defined by the department.

Core Job Functions

• Independently performs advanced ophthalmic diagnostic tests or specialty procedures appropriate to the assigned clinical area.
• Applies advanced technical knowledge to obtain accurate, reliable results using ophthalmic and specialty-specific equipment.
• Supports complex patient care activities, including procedural preparation, intra-procedure assistance, and post-procedure processes as applicable.
• Provides patient education related to diagnostic testing, treatments, and follow-up care.
• Reviews results for quality and completeness and communicates findings to providers per protocol.
• Performs routine equipment calibration, troubleshooting, and workflow optimization within scope.
• Coordinates closely with providers and clinical teams to support efficient scheduling and patient flow.
• Maintains accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the EMR.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Core Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent/relevant experience, certification or license

Certification and Licensing: Basic Life Support (BLS)

Experience: Minimum 4 years of relevant experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.