Shiley Eye Institute 9415 Campus Point Drive, San Diego, CA 92037,

United States Payroll Title:

HOSP LAB TCHN 1 PD

Department:

FAC PRAC OPHTHALMOLOGY

Hiring Pay Scale $38.58/

Hour Worksite:

Shiley Eye Institute Appointment Type:

Per Diem Appointment Percent:

20%

Union:

EX Contract Total Openings:

2

Work Schedule:

8 hrs/day, Monday-Friday #141414 Ophthalmic Technician -

Per Diem Filing Deadline:

Tue 9/29/2026 UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

DESCRIPTION

Under supervision, the position functions within the activities of all medically related paraprofessionals and office activities involving patient flow and care. Under the supervision of physicians, incumbent will participate in patient care involving history, diagnostic vision tests and visual field examinations. Will be responsible for maintaining timely and courteous patient flow. In addition, will organize and stock each examination room.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from college with a major in an applicable natural science; or two years of college courses in the natural sciences plus two years of applicable experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to perform tonometry, field of vision, visual acuity, measurement of eye refractive error, color vision, spectacle. measurement, and related tests. Ability to take patient history, evaluate patient problems and provide complete documentation in patient record. Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with the public and medical personnel. General knowledge of ophthalmic diseases, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment in order to carry out all functions. Knowledge of infection control principles in order to disinfect and sterilize equipment and to operate autoclave. Knowledge of (and high standards of) laboratory hygiene, biohazard handling, and universal precautions. Knowledge of professional dress code. Ability to develop and implement effective patient scheduling/appointment system and coordinate the flow or necessary documents and referral services. Ability to train and educate patients, staff, residents, medical students and the general community regarding ophthalmology clinic services and procedures, hospital procedures and necessary patient instructions. Ability to sterilize and maintain ophthalmology equipment and supplies in a clean, safe and orderly manner.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with electronic medical records.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

May need to travel to satellite clinics. Occasional overtime as required. Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check. Employment is subject to pre-employment physical for those who work in clinical settings and/or with patients. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards. Complies with the University of California, San Diego Health (UCSDH) Principles of Community. This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

Pay Transparency Act Annual Full Pay Range:

$80,555 - $80,555 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent:

$38.58 - $38.58 Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable). If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable. UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team! Applications/Resumes are accepted for current job openings only. For full consideration on any job, applications must be received prior to the initial closing date. If a job has an extended deadline, applications/resumes will be considered during the extension period; however, a job may be filled before the extended date is reached. To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community. 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. For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information. UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti-Discrimination Policy Abusive Conduct in the Workplace Job Details Date Posted 09/15/2026