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Ophthalmic Technician

University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health
United States, California, San Francisco
Aug 23, 2025
Featured Job Ophthalmic Technician TEP-Health Employees Temporary Employment 85912BR Job Summary Note: This position will be 3 months in duration UCSF Health's Department of Ophthalmology is seeking a Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COA) to join our world-class eye care team. In this role, you'll work directly with patients and providers, performing diagnostic testing, preparing patients for exams, and ensuring smooth clinic operations. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your skills in an academic medical center while supporting a variety of subspecialties including retina, cornea, glaucoma, pediatrics, and more. What You'll Do: Perform patient intake, medical history, visual assessments, and ophthalmic testing Support ophthalmologists and optometrists during patient exams Administer eye drops and prepare pre-operative paperwork Operate and maintain ophthalmic equipment (e.g., tonometry, visual fields, topography) Ensure clinic areas are organized, stocked, and safe for patients and staff Participate in training, performance improvement projects, and team meetings The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html Department Description UCSF's Temporary Employment Program (TEP) recruits and hires temporary employees for immediate clerical and technical support services to UCSF Departments and various off-campus locations. UCSF departments deploy temporary employees to work on special projects, fill in for regular employees who are on vacation or leave, or to temporarily fill a vacant position during recruitment. Frequently temporary employees become successful candidates for career and limited appointment positions. Required Qualifications Minimum 6 months clinical experience in ophthalmology or optometry IJCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) CPR/BLS certification Strong communication skills and ability to provide excellent patient care Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree Bilingual or multilingual skills License/Certification IJCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) CPR/BLS certification About UCSF The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values. In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Organization TEP Job Code and Payroll Title 008976 HOSP LAB TCHN 1 Job Category Allied Health, Clinical Labs, Support Services, Temporary Employment Bargaining Unit American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees - Patient Care Technical Unit (AFSCME-EX) Employee Class Temporary Employment Percentage 100% Location San Francisco, CA Campus Mission Bay (SF) Shift Days Shift Length 8 Hours