Overview

ERP International is seeking a Ophthalmology Research Technician-Lead for a full-time position supporting the673d Medical Group, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (https://elmendorfrichardson.tricare.mil/About-Us) , Anchorage, AK. Apply online today and discover more about this exceptional employment opportunity. www.erpinternational.com

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* Excellent Compensation & Exceptional Comprehensive Benefits!

* Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Time, Plus 12 Paid Federal Holidays!

* Medical/Dental/Vision, STD/LTD/Life, Health Savings Account available, and more!

* Annual CME Stipend and License/Certification Reimbursement!

* Matching 401K!

About ERP International, LLC: ERP is a nationally respected provider of health, science, and technology solutions supporting clients in the government and commercial sectors. We provide comprehensive enterprise information technology, strategic sourcing, and management solutions to DoD and federal civilian agencies in 40 states. Founded in 2006, ERP is headquartered in Laurel, MD and maintains satellite offices in Montgomery, AL and San Antonio, TX - plus project locations nationwide. ERP is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran.

Responsibilities

Work Schedule:

Work schedule shall be0730-1630 Monday-Friday to include a one-hour uncompensated meal break.

Core Duties: The duties include, but are not limited to the following;

• Perform outpatient ophthalmology technician health care services required for Government beneficiaries. Assist ophthalmologist in surgery, perform ophthalmic clinical photography and fluorescence angiography, and electrophysiological and microbiological procedures. Perform ophthalmology clinic activities.

• Assistant to the refractive surgery manager.

• Performs the roles and responsibilities of the refractive surgery manager when the refractive surgery manager is not available.

• Manages and maintains content for the JBER Warfighter Eye Center website.

• Updates and contributes to the hospital’s social media presence.

• Maintains and makes updates as necessary for standard clinic forms.

• Secondary point of contact for the refractive surgery center’s organizational email box for surgery applicants.

• Create and execute training programs for new employees or continuous refresher training.

• Manage medical profiles program for U.S. and U.S. friendly forces.

• Maintain and make updates as necessary for patient education materials.

• Prepares patients and performs as special surgical assistant in all types of ophthalmic surgery particularly refractive laser surgery.

• Administers ophthalmic drops and ointments, applies ocular dressings, performs suture removal, and obtains eye cultures.

• Performs general ophthalmic procedures in preparing preoperative and postoperative patients.

• Takes ophthalmic photographs.

• Prepares injectable ophthalmic anesthetics and antibiotics.

• Assist surgeons in performing surgical and laser procedures in the clinic and operating room as required.

• Assist provider in the examination and treatment of ophthalmology patients. This assistance includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Examine records and forms and prepare patients for current exam and treatment.

• Prepare appropriate equipment and instruments for surgery and follow-up care.

• Assist ophthalmologist by performing technical tests and records results for procedures for the ophthalmologist's analysis and interpretation.

• Assist in refractive/diagnostic procedures to include manual manifest refractions, auto-refractometry, corneal topography, pachymetry, keratometry, ocular photography, and visual fields and pupillary reflex testing and other duties as assigned.

• Prepare anesthetics and antibiotics.

• Apply ocular dressings.

• Conducts vision screening tests to include, but not limited to, the following:

• Visual acuity, color vision, tonometry, visual fields, pupil exams, and other technical tests required by the ophthalmologist.

• Record data of above tests and determines need for further evaluation.

• Prepare, clean, sterilize, and maintain proper stock of all surgical equipment, instrumentation, and medications.

• Prepare procedure room.

• Assist the ophthalmologist with clinical procedures and performs as special assistant, using procedures pertaining to all types of ophthalmologic surgeries.

• Prepare patients for and performs general preparation of pre-operative patients. Provide post-operative instructions as directed by the physician.

• Assist provider in contact lens cleaning, dispensing, insertion/removal, and patient instruction. Prepare and fit patients with special optometric devices as instructed by the provider. Instruct patients in correct care, hygiene post-procedurally.

• Order and maintain ophthalmologic medications, supplies and equipment for use by the physician. Perform routine checks of medications and sterile instrument packs for expiration dates. Maintain and perform required periodic calibration checks on surgical instruments and equipment.

• Perform user maintenance checks on specialized clinic and surgical equipment. Perform calibration checks on clinical diagnostic equipment and documents such calibration according to specification listed on equipment.

• Maintains all inventory of supplies and orders in timely manner.

• Trains and assists other ophthalmic staff as needed.

• Performs administrative and clerical duties in support of the Warfighter Eye Center. Maintains database of laser center patients and candidates. Possess basic computer skills (i.e.: typing) and be familiar with common work processing programs. Performs daily clinic functions with guidance from the refractive surgery manager and NCOIC or Chief of Ophthalmology.

• Maintain databases on all patients undergoing refractive surgery, cataract surgery, corneal collagen cross- linking, and other surgical procedures at JBER. This includes data entry, data management, data analysis, quality assurance of data quality, and nomogram analysis as determined necessary by the OIC of the Warfighter Eye Center and Chief of Refractive Surgery. Data includes tracking of all pre-operative, post- operative, and intraoperative data for all patients. Data quality, accuracy, security, and integrity are top priorities of the database.

• Arranges and schedules medical appointments and determines patient eligibility for services. Utilizes CHCS/AHLTA system tools (detail codes, freezing slots, and TRICARE on-line usage) to facilitate maintenance of appointment slots, rescheduling options, or cancellation processing. Creates appointment schedules and templates in patient appointment computer system. Performs surgical scheduling for the Warfighter Eye Center. Contacts patients to schedule, reschedule, and/or cancel appointments for weekly surgeries. Prepares surgical charts for patients. Organizes and contacts patient for needed information, and reviews records for completeness, accuracy, and consistency within established guidelines. Enters patient surgical profiles in PIMR.

• The Contractor shall maintain patient confidentiality according to MTF standards.

• The Contractor shall complete required training and develop skillsets to perform and participate in research and clinical trials. Research training shall include any mandatory requirements as defined by the research activity or clinical trial. It may include but is not limited to: CITI training, certification or training on any research equipment, and any others, as specified by the research activity or clinical trial. The Warfighter Eye Clinic will provide all required training to contract employees for participation in research activities and clinical trials. Research training and requirements shall be developed, facilitated and/or approved by the OIC of the Warfighter Eye Center.

• Completes required, third party, research training within 3 months of hire to support ongoing clinical research efforts.

• Provides accurate clinical research data to the Chief of Ophthalmology.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

* Education: As a minimum this position requires a high school diploma or equivalent.

• Experience: The Contractor shall possess four years previous experience working as a COA in an Ophthalmology Clinic that performs refractive surgery or Refractive Surgery Clinic performing functions stated. This requirement may be waived by OIC depending on qualifications. Must have knowledge of ocular anatomy; ophthalmic medications; visual physiology, optics; use and maintenance of ophthalmic instruments and testing equipment; ophthalmic and medical regulations; medical terminology; optometric technology; asepsis; ocular referrals and emergency medical treatment; patient transportation; medical ethics; medical administration; surgical instruments and equipment; ophthalmic injectable medications; anesthetic solutions;

and ocular disorders.

• Licensure/Registration : The Contractor shall obtain certification on all refractive surgery laser platforms utilized at the JBER Warfighter eye center within three to six months of obtaining new equipment, or on current equipment three to six months from date of hire and remain certified throughout the life of the contract.

* Life Support Certification: Possess and maintain a current AHA or ARC BLS Healthcare Provider certification.

* Security: Must possess ability to pass a Government background check/security clearance.

Job Locations US-AK-Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson

Posted Date 1 week ago (5/9/2024 12:42 PM)

Job ID 2024-4507

Category Clinical