Visual Field Technician

Emory Healthcare/Emory University

Atlanta, GA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Acceptance Testing, Blood-Borne Pathogens, Cleanroom, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Environmental Work, Field Trials, Genetics, Groundskeeping, Healthcare, High School Diploma, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Infectious Diseases, Interpersonal Skills, LaTeX Typesetting, Legal, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Material Moving, Medical Waste, On Site Support, Operations Management, Ophthalmology, Patient Care, Physical Demands, Safety Compliance, Test Automation, Test Equipment, Typing, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Atlanta, GA
POSTED
23 days ago


Description

JOB DESCRIPTION: This position requires customer service skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a degree of independent decision-making. This position reports to a Supervisor of Ophthalmic Operations and will work within a specific section of the Ophthalmology clinic. Ophthalmic skills include: Perform automated and non-automated visual field testing, along with manual lensometry and OCT testing as needed/requested. Obtain study certifications as requested for patient care, stock and clean exam rooms, maintain visual field testing equipment and supplies, comply with Emory healthcare safety guidelines and protocols. Performs other related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of a high school diploma or general education degree with a minimum six (6) months experience in an ophthalmic setting. JCAHPO certification preferred but not required. BLS required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation , Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

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Division

_The Emory Clinic_

Campus Location

_Atlanta, GA, 30308_

Campus Location

_US-GA-Atlanta_

Department

_TEC OPH Glaucoma Physicians_

Job Type

_Regular Full-Time_

Job Number

_168818_

Job Category

_Clinical & Nursing Support_

Schedule

_8a-4:30p_

Standard Hours

_40 Hours_

Hourly Minimum

_USD $22.97/Hr._

Hourly Midpoint

_USD $27.30/Hr._ Emory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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Emory Healthcare/Emory University