Certified Ophthalmic Technician, Ophthalmology PBC Details

Certified Ophthalmic Technician, Ophthalmology PBC

Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center - Winston-Salem, NC

Employment Type : Full-Time

Certified Ophthalmic Technician, Ophthalmology PBC

Full-Time; 40 hours/week, Monday-Friday, 8-5

JOB SUMMARY: Provides preliminary screening exam under the direct supervision of an ophthalmologist/optometrist. Providing to the physician pertinent information needed for ophthalmic exam and care of the patient. Performs specialized ophthalmic testing. Demonstrates ophthalmic knowledge and skill sets for certification level of COT.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION:

• Certification by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel (JCAHPO) in Ophthalmology at the Certified Ophthalmic Technician level to be maintained.
• CPR certification required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Obtains and sorts specimens from various delivery sources including the pneumatic tube system, specimen window, and courier services.
2. Verifies acceptability requirements are met for clinical laboratory specimens prior to receipt into the laboratory information system.
3. Identifies and resolves unacceptable specimens, such as those with labeling, specimen type, or specimen stability issues. If unable to resolve, brings them to the attention of a Manager for resolution.
4. Appropriately receives instrument ready barcoded specimens into the laboratory information system. Identifies and processes orders in the Electronic Medical Record for specimens received without instrument ready barcode labels. Identifies and processes orders for irretrievable body fluid specimens.
5. Identifies and modifies incorrect orders placed based on specific order requirements for various specimen types.
6. Appropriately receives samples with orders placed in the Outreach laboratory information system.
7. Enters employee exposure lab orders into the Outreach laboratory information system.
8. Enters orders from a paper requisition into the Electronic Medical Record or Outreach laboratory information system.
9. Demonstrates advanced knowledge of specimen triage and distribution to appropriate laboratory sections.
10. Performs specimen processing techniques including centrifugation and aliquotting.
11. Loads clinical laboratory specimens onto the automated testing track.
12. Demonstrates intermediate to advanced knowledge of troubleshooting of laboratory order and specimen issues. Performs result corrections of erroneous patient results.
13. Provides coverage of inbound calls for Laboratory Client Services during their off hours.
14. Provides guidance to fellow members in order to ensure accurate and timely processing of specimens.
15. Assists with coordination, training, and mentoring of new team members and students.
16. Assists with Quality Assurance and Safety documentation and tracking. Assists with annual competency evaluation and implementation of new or updated procedures.
17. Assists with interviewing and selection of potential candidates, as needed.
18. Completes a minimum of four continuing education hours outside of annual in-service requirements.
19. Completes special projects as assigned.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to communicate courteously and professionally with internal and external customers
• Interacts with co-workers with an emphasis on teamwork and a focus on customer service
• Strong computer information systems and data entry skills
• Basic hand-eye coordination and the ability to handle multiple tasks

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Exposure to risk of infection from disease-bearing specimens
• Exposure to risk of blood borne/airborne disease
• Possible exposure to odorous and toxic/flammable/corrosive chemicals and specimens
• Moderate noise environment
• Subject to injury from sharps
• May require judgment/action which could result in death of patient
• Subject to many interruptions and stressful situations
• Occasionally subject to irregular hours
• Exposure to hazards for electrical/mechanical power equipment
• Must wear protective equipment (gloves, lab coats, eye protection, and face protection)

• TMJ

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button on this page. You must complete the application process and then submit your application by clicking on the "Submit" button located at the bottom of the page titled "Submit Online Application". You will receive the following message once you hit the submit button: "You have successfully submitted your job application".

Computers are available for applying within the lobby of the Human Resources Department located at 1920 West First Street, (on the corner of Miller and First Street) Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27104. You may also call our office for assistance at (336) 716-6464. Office hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm.

If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our Supervisor of Office Services by phone (336) 716-3367 or email at accommodationrequest@wakehealth.edu.

It is the policy of Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center to administer all educational and employment activities without discrimination because of race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status (except where sex is a bona fide occupational qualification or a statutory requirement) in accordance with all local, state, national laws, executive orders, regulations, and guidelines.