Technician - Ophthalmic - Full Time
UHS
Summary
Responsible for providing visual field testing.
Job description
Essential Functions
- Ensure chart readiness prior to patient visit.
- Neutralize patient's glasses and set prescription into Field Analyzer.
- Instruct patients on and administer visual field tests. Record information in patient's chart.
- Complete charting and ensure doctor has seen results and discussed abnormal results with patient. Conduct follow-up with patient if results are normal, and schedule return appointments.
- Complete patient charge tickets. Enter ICD-9 Code based on physician's diagnosis.
- Occasional filing and/or follow-up tracking of lab and x-ray reports.
- Maintain COA and BLS certification.
Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
- One to two years ophthalmology/optometry group experience preferred
- CPR certification required
- Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification required
- Current AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association certification required
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Growth and Development Opportunities
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.