Job Information
Children's Hospital Colorado Ophthalmic Technician South Campus in Highlands Ranch, Colorado
Job ID85489
LocationHighlands Ranch
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
Why Work at Children's....
Here, it's different. Come join us. Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcare excellence for more than 100 years. Here, the nation's brightest nurses, physicians, scientists, researchers, therapists, and care providers are creating the future of child health. With an optimist's outlook, a trailblazing spirit, and a celebrated history, we're making new strides every day. We've been Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and are consistently recognized among the nation's top 10 pediatric hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. As a national leader in pediatric care, we serve children and families from all over the nation. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals, 11 specialty care centers, 1,300+ outreach clinics and more than 10,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatric care specialties. Here, we know it takes all of us, every role, to deliver the best possible care to each child and family we treat. That's why we build our teams toward a foundation of equity in access, advancement, and opportunity. We know teams of individuals with different identities and backgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know we can see, treat, and heal children better when our team reflects the diversity of our patient population. We strive to attract and retain diverse talent because we know a truly inclusive and equitable workforce will help us one day realize our most basic calling: to heal every child who comes through o A career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, and motivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it's different.
Job Overview
The Ophthalmic Tech will be responsible for conducting technical and administrative patient support activities that assist the professional staff (Ophthalmologist, Orthoptist, Residents, etc.) in administering the healthcare and support needed for patients and families in the outpatient ophthalmic clinic. The Ophthalmic Tech will work under the Children's Hospital Colorado professional and behavior standards.
Additional Information
Department Name: Eye Clinic South Campus Job Status: Full-Time - eligible for benefits Shift: Monday - Friday; 8am - 5pm
Qualifications
EDUCATION - High School Diploma. EXPERIENCE - 1 year of work experience as an Ophthalmic Tech. Pediatric setting preferred. CERTIFICATION(S) - BLS/CPR from the American Heart Association with at least 6 months left before expiration is required upon hire. If this position requires a BLS certification from the American Heart Association. Click on the following link and enter your zip code to find an appropriate class near you. Please note BLS (CPR cards) from organizations other than American Heart Association, even if it says it is AHA approved, will not be accepted.
Responsibilities
Population Specific Care a.) Neonate - 30 days to 1yr c.) Toddlers - >1yr to 3yrs d.) Pre-Schoolers - >3yrs to 5yrs e.) School age - >5yrs to 13yrs f.) Adolescent - >13yrs to 18yrs g.) Adult - >18yrs to 65yrs. Essential Functions An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the functions which the employee may be expected to perform. Gather patient information and review medical records Utilize medical record system to update patient information and medical record Administer diagnostic tests Prepare and administer eye medications Provide eye care and contact lens information to patient Maintain and clean ophthalmic instruments Assist providers in basic patient procedures Responsible for maintenance of pediatric ophthalmology clinics, which include maintaining files, stocking exam rooms, maintaining ex m room equipment and pharmaceutical supplies May conduct phone triage for follow up or current patients
Other Information
SCOPE & LEVEL Guidelines: Trains in the field and assists higher level personnel to acquire learning through practical experience. Complexity: Performs routine and/or basic tasks common to the field. Procedures, methods, and techniques to be used are well established with