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We are looking for a motivated and passionate individual to join our vision services team!

This position will focus on providing technical assistance to the eye practice by assisting the physician with appointments and diagnostic testing.

We do not require any optical experience, we will provide all necessary training!

What you will do:

• Work 40 hours each week, Monday-Friday
• Hours are between 8:00am-5:00pm, except for Thursday hours are between 8:00am-7:00pm.
• Have the opportunity to travel to all Gundersen optical locations
• Provide a quality optical experience to our patients and guests

What you will get:

• Great work/life balance!
• On the job training
• Access to our Career Development Center
• Generous 401K match and base contribution!
• Tuition Investment Program
• $1.25/hour Float Differential!

What you will need:

• High school diploma or equivalency
• 2 years of customer service experience
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certified by JCAHPO within 18 months of hire

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Job Description:

The Ophthalmic Technician I Float is responsible for providing quality ophthalmic patient care under the direction of an Ophthalmologist or Optometrist in accord with standard organizational policies and procedures. Provides a technical assistance to the eye practice thereby increasing appointment availability. Assists the physician in performing routine eye exams and preliminary diagnostic testing procedures and evaluations.

Major Responsibilities:
1. Works collaboratively with ophthalmic physicians, technicians, receptionists and other department personnel to provide eye care services to patients.
2. Assists the Ophthalmologist or Optometrist in performing routine eye examination procedures by performing preliminary diagnostic testing procedures of the patient's eye(s) including refractometry, muscle balance, visual fields, tonometry, slit lamp exam and keratometry.
3. Operates and maintains diagnostic and other medical equipment in the department, providing minor repairs when possible.
4. Takes all appropriate actions to make patients comfortable and respond to their concerns, consistent with the mission and values of Gundersen Health System.

5. Witness waste of controlled substances with authorized staff in the state of Wisconsin. Will not witness waste in Minnesota and Iowa, both states require licensed individuals or registered pharmacy technician staff only to witness the waste of controlled substances.

6. Adheres to regular and predictable attendance.
7. Personally interacts, engages with and cares for patients.
8. Ensures patient safety.
9. Performs other job-related responsibilities as needed to ensure successful operation of department/vision center.

Education and Learning:
REQUIRED
High School Diploma or equivalency

DESIRED
Post High School education in a specialized field: Graduate of a two year Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) accredited Ophthalmic Medical Technologist school

Work Experience:
REQUIRED
2 years of relevant work experience.

DESIRED
1 year working in a comprehensive eye practice.

License and Certifications:
REQUIRED
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certified by JCAHPO within 18 months of hire date

DESIRED
Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certified by JCAHPO or Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (COMT) certifed by JCAHPO

Age Specific Population Served:
Pediatric (1 - 12 years)
Adolescent (13 - 17 years)
Adult (18 - 64 years)
Geriatric (65 years & older)

OSHA Category:
Category I - All Employees in this job title have a reasonably anticipated risk of occupational exposure to blood and/or other potentially infectious materials.

Environmental Conditions:
Not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (as in typical office or administrative work).
Exposed to infectious diseases.

Physical Requirements/Demands Of The Position:
Sitting Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)
Walking/Standing Continually (67-100% or 8 hours)
Driving Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)
Stooping/Bending Rarely (1-5% or .5 hours)
Squatting Rarely (1-5% or .5 hours)
Kneeling/Half Kneel Rarely (1-5% or .5 hours)
Reaching - Shoulder Level Rarely (1-5% or .5 hours)
Reaching - Below Shoulder Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)
Repetitive Actions - Pinch Forces Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Pounds of force 0-25
Repetitive Actions - Fine Manipulation Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)

If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact [email protected] or call 608-775-0267

Equal Opportunity Employer