Contact Lens Technician

Under general supervision of the Clinical Manager and guided by the policies and procedures of UCSF Medical Center, Ambulatory Services, and the Department of Ophthalmology, the Clinical Contact Lens Technician is responsible for the efficient organization and operation of all technical functions of the practice to which they are assigned. This assignment may vary from day to day and requires an individual to be flexible and well‑trained. The primary responsibility of the Clinical Contact Lens Technician is patient care, work‑up and patient navigation, contact lens insertion and removal training, maintaining contact lens supplies, and preliminary testing in preparation for the Provider's examination of the patient. Required Qualifications Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or above or willingness to acquire COA prior to hire. CPR/BLS (including patient assessment, and vital signs). Minimum 2 years experience in clinical ophthalmology/optometry. Advanced knowledge of ocular anatomy, physiology, and terminology. Understanding of how anatomic systems and systemic disorders may affect the visual system. Demonstrated experience in patient instruction/education. Demonstrated ability in caring for and directing the blind or partially sighted patient. Demonstrated experience in ophthalmic instrumentation cleaning and maintenance. Possesses the ability to work with intermittent standing and sitting for 8-9 hours/day. Good communication and organizational skills, professionalism, and motivation. Demonstrated experience in responding to a patient emergency while in the clinic. Preferred Qualifications National Contact Lens Examiners (NCLE) certification Equal Employment Opportunity 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 University of California - San Francisco