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Non - Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (UTHP Ophthalmology UCCH)

Non - Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (UTHP Ophthalmology UCCH)

UT Health San Antonio

San Antonio, TX

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago

UT Health San Antonio rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 41 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

343rd of 553 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Under general supervision, responsible for assisting ophthalmologists and optometrists perform basic technical procedures, gathers data, and administers treatments as directed by the ophthalmologists and optometrists.
Benefits Overview
UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits. 

Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. Employees receive $50,000 of group term life insurance and $50,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.

Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist. 

Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits.

Disability - Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non-work related illness or injury prevents you from working.

FSAs - Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses. 

Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers. 

Time Off - A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:
  • Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
  • Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
  • Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.
  • Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year.

Discounts - Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.

EEO Statement
UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.  It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
  • Develops, maintains and demonstrates a working knowledge of basic medical anatomy, eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms, and ocular medications. 
  • Knowledge of standard medical abbreviations. 
  • Ability to read and understand clinical exam notes and documentation. 
  • Understands and adheres to proper sterile techniques. 
  • Understands, communicates, and follows rules regarding patient consent for procedures. 
  • Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

EDUCATION:

High school education or GED is required.

EXPERIENCE:

No experience required.  


LICESNES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Must attain JCAHPO certification as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) within 1 year of employment.

This position may require the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.

  • Performs routine and standardized tasks such as preparing patients for examinations, assisting the ophthalmologists during the examinations and assuring a steady and even flow of patients through the clinic. 
  • Tests (measures and records) basic ocular function. 
  • Assists ophthalmologist with surgical procedures. 
  • Sterilizes surgical instruments. 
  • Changes dressings and instructs patients and/or family members on in home care. 
  • Maintains appearance and stocking of supplies and forms in exam rooms. 
  • Maintains ophthalmic instruments by cleaning exposed lenses, mirrors and prisms and replacing burned out bulbs. 
  • Reports missing or unserviceable equipment to lead technician. 
  • Performs efficient, accurate, and legible patient workups to include patient interviews, obtaining and documenting medical history, medication history, chief complaint, obtaining health care information maintenance, etc. 
  • Administers eye and oral medications as directed by the ophthalmologist. 
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.

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