Ophthalmic Tech I

Schedule Weekly Hours:

Gundersen Health System, becoming Emplify Health, is seeking a full-time (1.0 FTE) Ophthalmic Tech I to join our growing Vision Services Department!

Position: Ophthalmic Tech I

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Location: Primarily Gundersen Eye Clinic La Crosse

What you'll do:

• Patient Preparation:Assist in preparing patients for eye examinations by taking medical histories, measuring visual acuity, and conducting preliminary tests such as tonometry and pupil dilation.
• Assisting with Procedures:Support ophthalmologists during various procedures by administering eye drops, setting up equipment, and ensuring that the examination room is properly equipped and sanitized.
• Data Management:Document patient information, test results, and maintain accurate records in the electronic health record (EHR) system
• Assist with staffing at other Gundersen Vision Clinic locations as needed

What you'll get:

• Hourly wage starting at $19.52 + more for experience!
• Competitive benefits package, including our top-rated retirement plan
• Professional development: Education tuition reimbursement up to $3,000 per year, financial support for advanced training and certification programs, extensive internal courses and access to Gundersen's Career Development Center
• Diversity, equity and inclusion: Year-round educational events and the support of a dedicated DEI committee

What you'll need:

• High school diploma or equivalency
• 2 years of relevant work experience
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certified by JCAHPO within 18 months of hire date
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.

Emplify Health is comprised of two of the Midwest's most respected healthcare systems, Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System. Once neighbors, we are now partners, united in our mission to provide exceptional care to our communities. As a not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network, we have headquarters in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. Our extensive network includes 11 hospitals and more than 100 clinics, serving 67 cities and rural communities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota and Michigan's Upper Peninsula. With over 4,500 dedicated nurses and providers, we are committed to delivering primary, specialty and emergency care, along with innovative medical education programs. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities.

If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267

We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values - belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility - our pillars set our foundation and our future.

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