Ophthalmic Technician Inter - Brighton Center for Specialty Care

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Who We Are

The Brighton Center for Specialty Care is one of the newer University of Michigan Ambulatory Care facility dedicated to providing high-quality health care services for adults and children. The 2-story facility is located at 7500 Challis Rd. Brighton, MI. We are actively seeking compassionate, enthusiastic, and patient-oriented individuals who will share in the goal of creating the ideal experience for our patients, families and employees.

Responsibilities*

Perform the duties of an ophthalmic technician, Perform the duties of an ophthalmic technician, including, but not limited to:

• Provide exceptional patient care
• Provide assistance to ophthalmologists
• Perform testing related to diagnostic evaluation of the visual system
• Assist in in-office procedures and treatments
• Actively monitor clinic workflow
• Assist in research studies
• Assist in training and coordinating the work of other ophthalmic team members
• Assist in onboarding new employees

Required Qualifications*

• Graduation from high school is necessary; two years of college with courses in the health science area is desirable
• Reasonable experience as an Ophthalmic Technician is required
• Certification as an Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) from the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology is required
• Respectful and compassionate attitude
• Able to maintain confidentiality and follow all guidelines for documentation.
• Collaborative and collegial, demonstrates integrity
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent attendance record
• Electronic Medical Record experience
• Demonstrate understanding and compliance with university policies and KEC guiding principles that promote Caring, Teamwork, Integrity, and Innovation
• Demonstrate integrity and commitment to meeting and exceeding the needs of our patients and referring physicians

Desired Qualifications*

Certification as an Ophthalmic Technician Ophthalmic Technician (COT) from the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology is desired.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

As an Ophthalmic Technician with Michigan Medicine, you will have the ability to work within highly collaborative team to perform a variety of visual exams and testing. You will play a vital role in directly supporting our physicians in providing exceptional care for our patients. You will become a well-versed technician because of your day-to-day interactions with advanced technologies and comprehensive treatments for all eye conditions and diseases. This team values the importance of education and mentorships and will ensure you have the tools and resources to be successful in your position. With this experience, you'll have opportunities for career advancement and professional development to take your career to the next level.

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What perks and benefits can you look forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings
• Generous PTO program
• State of the Art technology
• Career advancement as intermediate and senior level technicians
• Paid observed holidays
• Tremendous team support

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Work Schedule

This is full-time, working Monday through Friday. The hours depend on the clinic operation hours.

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.