Certified Ophthalmic Technician — Patient Care & Testing

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

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Professional Development

Wellbeing Fund

401(k) Matching

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Life insurance

Annual incentive bonus

Paid time off

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Certified Ophthalmic Technician to provide technical, clinical support and patient care in the ophthalmology department. You will perform various tests, support physicians, and act as a liaison between patients and doctors.

Qualified candidates have CPR-BLS, COT certification, and 3–5 years in Ophthalmology; a Bachelor's degree is preferred. This on-site role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• CPR-BLS certification through American Heart Association.
• Certification as Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT).
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in Ophthalmology field (i.e. Ophthalmic Assistant, COA).

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, IOL's, instruments, medications, ocular supplies etc.
• Instruction of medical students, new employees, residents, fellows and other staff.

Skills

CPR-BLS certification

Ophthalmic knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Certified Ophthalmic Technician to provide technical, clinical support and patient care in the ophthalmology department. You will perform various tests, support physicians, and act as a liaison between patients and doctors.

Qualified candidates have CPR-BLS, COT certification, and 3–5 years in Ophthalmology; a Bachelor's degree is preferred. This on-site role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for development.