Ophthalmic Technician

Your next role as an Ophthalmic Technician at UCHealth

This is a full time, onsite position based in Denver, CO. You'll work days, 80.00 hours per pay period (that's two weeks). The pay ranges from $24.11 to $36.17 per hour, depending on your relevant experience. No hybrid or remote option here ; you'll be in the clinic.

What you'll do

You'll work directly under an eye care provider to help deliver patient care and keep clinic flow moving. This means performing core ophthalmic testing procedures and diagnostic tests. You'll also administer medications, assist with minor procedures, and help with the prescription refill process ; all under the provider's direction. Documentation, patient education, and charge entry are part of the role too. You'll need critical thinking skills, the ability to make decisions on your own, and comfort working with minimal supervision.

• Assist eye care providers with patient care tasks
• Perform basic ophthalmic testing and diagnostic procedures
• Administer medications as delegated by the provider
• Help with minor procedures and prescription refills
• Handle documentation, patient education, and charge entry
• Ensure proper care and use of medical instruments
• Support the flow of patient care throughout the clinic

What you need

You'll need a High School diploma or GED. And you must hold one of these certifications: Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA), Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT), Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (COMT), or National Contact Lens Examiner Certification (NCLEC) if you're working as a contact lens technician.

You should also have either 2 years of sponsored on the job ophthalmic training, or an ophthalmic internship. Before your start date, you'll need a current BLS card through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer. That BLS or CPR card must be good through at least sixty days after you're hired.

And you'll need to work well under pressure ; it's a fast paced clinical environment.

What you get

UCHealth takes care of its people. Here's what's on offer:

• A 3 Year Incentive Bonus that's paid out in October of your third year, based on quality, patient experience, growth, financial goals, and tenure
• An Annual Merit Pay Increase that accounts for your performance, experience, and cost of living
• Market reviews every year to keep your base pay competitive
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 24/7 mental health and well being support for you and your dependents
• Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources
• Free Care.com membership
• Voluntary benefits including accident insurance, critical illness insurance, a group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs
• Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (including Colorado FAMLI), and other leaves of absence
• Employer provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage, with buy up options
• Employer provided short term and long term disability, with a buy up option
• A 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions
• An additional 457(b) plan may also be available
• Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care
• A health savings account if you enroll in a high deductible medical plan
• Access to degree and certificate programs, with up to 100% tuition, books, and fees paid for certain degrees
• Other programs qualify for up to $10,000 per year prepaid or $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement
• Free access to LinkedIn Learning and internal professional development
• Free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

Some programs depend on your scheduled work hours, so check eligibility.

How to apply

This posting will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is found. UCHealth always welcomes talent. If this sounds like your kind of place, send in your application.