You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.

Job Summary

Our client is seeking an Ophthalmology Technician to coordinate patient visits, ensure protocol adherence, and maintain accurate documentation in clinical research studies. This role involves educating patients, monitoring their safety, and collaborating with site staff to ensure efficient study flow.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducts and coordinates patient visits in accordance with study protocols.
• Ensures informed consent is properly obtained and documented.
• Educates and guides participants through the study, ensuring a positive patient experience.
• Monitors subject safety, reports adverse events, and escalates concerns as appropriate.
• Completes timely and accurate source documentation and EDC data entry.
• Resolves data queries and ensures data integrity.
• Maintains investigational product accountability and proper storage and handling.
• Prepares for and supports monitoring visits, audits, and inspections.
• Collaborates with site staff and investigators to ensure protocol adherence and efficient visit flow.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience performing retina imaging required.
• Previous experience in clinical research preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year as an Ophthalmic Technician, Ophthalmic Assistant, or Ophthalmic Photographer.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of medical terminology and clinical procedures.
• Understanding of ICH/GCP and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and patient-facing communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, EDC, and CTMS applications.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• High level of professionalism and commitment to patient confidentiality.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

Required Employment / Compliance Language

Medix is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.

Compliance with Medix's policies regarding vaccination, testing, and other related requirements is a condition of employment. Medix is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and reasonable accommodations may be made for medical or religious reasons.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

Any required state or Joint Commission training is compensated at the state or local minimum wage rate.

^*As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.