Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally.  Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems.  In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Responsibilities*

Perform the duties of an ophthalmic technician as well as:

• Perform ophthalmic test and procedures with proficiency in the ophthalmic sub-specialties.
• Coordinate follow-up care of patients.
• Assist in training and coordinating the work of ophthalmic assistants and technicians and interns.
• Participate in research studies.
• Actively assist in clinic workflow, scheduling of technicians, communicating delays to patients.
• Onboarding of new employees.
• Other duties as directed by supervisor.
• Provide exceptional patient service.
• Assist in clinical procedures.

Required Qualifications*

• Graduation from high school 
• Experience as an ophthalmic technician (at least 2 years, at least COA or equivalent)
• Commitment to prioritizing the welfare of the research volunteer
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Uncompromising integrity
• Capacity and willingness to learn new skills as the positional needs change
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Experience with computer keyboards and applicable software (e.g. MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook or equivalent)

Senior Level

• Certified as Ophthalmic Technician through the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology is required. 
• Considerable experience as an Ophthalmic Technician is required.

Intermediate Level

• Certification as an Ophthalmic Asst fromthe Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology is required.  
• Reasonable experience as an Ophthalmic Technician is required.

Associate Level

• Completion of Michigan Medicine’s 12-week training program or some experience as an Ophthalmic Technician is required. 
• Certification as an Ophthalmic Asst within one year of employment.

Desired Qualifications*

• Experience with the MiChart (Epic) electronic health record (EHR) system
• Experience with the OnCore clinical trial management system (CTMS)
• At least two years of college with courses in the health science area is strongly preferred

Senior Level

• Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technician is desired. 

Intermediate Level

• Certification as an Ophthalmic Technician is desired. 

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the .

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Union Affiliation

This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which represents bargaining unit members in all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.