Certified Ophthalmic Technician — Day Shift, Full-Time

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Certified Ophthalmology Technician for a full-time, day-shift role in Chicago. The technician will provide technical, clinical support and patient care across ophthalmology subspecialties, performing tests and assisting physicians as needed.

Responsibilities include exam work-ups, ancillary testing, patient education, instrument sterilization and room readiness, plus supply ordering.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in Ophthalmology
• CPR-BLS certification through American Heart Association
• Certification as Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT)
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Physician exam work-ups. Documentation requirements per physician expectations and special testing.
• Ancillary testing, fields, biometries, glasses checks, etc.
• Patient communication, messages, pre-post operative teaching and communication and instruction, telephone triage.
• Surgical instrument preparation, cleaning and maintenance. Equipment maintenance and room preparation. Exam room stocking and cleaning.
• Ordering of supplies, IOLs, instruments, medications, ocular supplies etc.
• Instruction of medical students, new employees, residents, fellows and other staff.

Skills

Ophthalmology experience

COT certification

CPR-BLS certification

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Certified Ophthalmology Technician for a full-time, day-shift role in Chicago. The technician will provide technical, clinical support and patient care across ophthalmology subspecialties, performing tests and assisting physicians as needed.

Responsibilities include exam work-ups, ancillary testing, patient education, instrument sterilization and room readiness, plus supply ordering.