Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main Campus

Location Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington Vermont

Regular

Department: Ophthalmology - Main Campus

Full Time

Standard Hours: 40

Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 80

Shift: Day-8Hr

Primary Shift: 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM

Weekend Needs: Other

Salary Range: Min $21.63 Mid $27.88 Max $34.13

Recruiter: Naomi Kpesse

We are the heart and science of medicine.  We are UVM Medical Center. 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Certified Ophthalmic Assistant provides technical support and assistance to the Ophthalmic Physicians in order to facilitate the evaluation, treatment, and management of patients receiving specialized ophthalmic

EDUCATION:

Associates degree preferred or at least two years specialized training in relevant field. Successful completion of an accredited program for Ophthalmic Assistants/Technicians or equivalent plus minimum of six months satisfactory full time work under ophthalmologic supervision. Must be certified as a certified ophthalmic assistant by JCAHPO.

EXPERIENCE:

Requires current experience in the last two years as an ophthalmic technician or assistant or an equivalent combination of education and medical experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities may be acquired, will be considered.

Those with no previous Certification or experience can be considered as an Opthalmic Assistant Trainee. You are paid to be trained within the role at $20.00/hour. Once training is completed, you would receive a raise as an Ophthalmic Assistant.

SIGN ON BONUS

This position is also eligible for the Allied Health Bonus for external candidates that have not worked in the Network in the past year. $3,000 to $5,000 </> 3yr direct experience.

·         Amounts reflect gross pay, prior to applicable tax withholdings and deductions required by law.

This position is also expected to participate in the Ophthalmology technician call program.

This is a bargaining union position.