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Ophthalmology Technician (Clinic Manager)
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A Clinical Supervisor or Manager supervises staff and manages services in a clinical program. May provide clinical supervision for nursing, counseling or home health care staff. Works to ensure quality patient care. Trains and develops clinical staff and manages clinical program budgets.
$106,600 / year median in Mississippi
+7% projected growth
Job Description
GiaCare Inc. is accepting applications from experienced Ophthalmology Clinic Managers for a future opportunity supporting the Warfighter Refractive Surgery and Ophthalmology Clinic at Keesler Medical Group, Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi. This position is being recruited in anticipation of contract award. Qualified candidates will be considered for employment upon contract award. About the Opportunity Join an elite ophthalmology team supporting active-duty service members, military retirees, and their families. This leadership position oversees the daily operations of the Warfighter Refractive Surgery and Ophthalmology Clinic while also providing clinical ophthalmic support. The Clinic Manager serves as the liaison between clinic leadership and staff, ensuring efficient operations, quality patient care, and compliance with military healthcare standards. Schedule Full-Time Monday-Friday Flexible schedule between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM 9-hour workday including a 1-hour unpaid lunch No on-call Not to exceed 80 hours per two-week pay period Responsibilities Oversee the daily operations of the Ophthalmology and Warfighter Refractive Surgery Clinic. Supervise ophthalmology technicians and administrative staff. Coordinate clinic scheduling, staffing, workflow, and productivity. Maintain clinic reports, productivity metrics, quality assurance documentation, and budget tracking. Prepare and maintain clinic schedules through the Electronic Health Record. Assist Optometrists and Ophthalmologists during examinations and refractive surgery procedures. Perform ophthalmic diagnostic testing including visual acuity, tonometry, visual fields, corneal topography, keratometry, pachymetry, and ocular photography. Maintain ophthalmic equipment, perform daily calibration checks, and ensure appropriate inventory of medications and supplies. Coordinate staff orientation, training, and competency requirements. Respond to patient inquiries while maintaining exceptional customer service and regulatory compliance. Minimum Qualifications U.S. Citizen High school diploma or equivalent with completion of two years of college Completion of an ophthalmic technician course is highly desirable Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Current certification as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or higher through JCAHPO, or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment Minimum five (5) years of Ophthalmology Clinic experience within the past seven (7) years Minimum one (1) year of supervisory or managerial experience within an Ophthalmology Clinic during the past two (2) years , or equivalent clinic/hospital supervisory experience Preferred Qualifications Experience managing ophthalmology or refractive surgery clinics Strong leadership, scheduling, and clinic operations experience Experience with electronic health records and clinic productivity reporting Why GiaCare? GiaCare is dedicated to supporting our nation's military by connecting exceptional healthcare professionals with military treatment facilities throughout the United States. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality patient care while providing meaningful career opportunities for healthcare professionals. This position is being recruited in anticipation of contract award. Employment is contingent upon contract award and successful completion of all pre-employment requirements.