Ophthalmic Technician I

Cincinnati Children's; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 46,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center is seeking an Ophthalmology assistant to support clinicians with diagnostic and treatment procedures and patient intake. This role involves assisting with vision testing, exam room setup, and ensuring equipment and supplies are ready for examinations.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, is prepared to learn ophthalmic procedures, and can provide reliable, patient-centered care in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• No directly related experience
• Preferred: Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

Responsibilities

• Assist clinician with diagnostic and treatment procedures, including intake and vision tests.
• Set up and maintain examining room, equipment and supplies; escort patients.

Skills

Patient care

Diagnostic testing support

Equipment setup

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Primary Location

Burnet Campus

Department

Ophthalmology

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Schedule

Full time

Weekly Hours

40

FTE

1

Employee Status

Regular

• Expected Starting Pay Range $22.18 - $27.73
• Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on‑call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.
  

• Expected Starting Pay Range $22.18 - $27.73
• Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on‑call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.
  

Job Responsibilities

• Test Measurement - Provides direct patient care by helping the clinician with diagnostic and treatment-oriented procedures by performing job specific standards including patient intake, measurement of strabismus, extraocular rotation exam, sensory testing, pupil assessment, visual acuity, tonometry, lensometry, color vision testing, and visual field testing.
• Technical Support - Provides clinical support with set up and maintain examining room, equipment and supplies, escort patients to examining rooms, complete school and other miscellaneous forms.
  

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• No directly related experience
• Preferred: Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
  

About Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.

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Cincinnati Children's Is

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as atop 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
• Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH)Funding
• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
• One of the nation'sAmerica’s Most Innovative Companiesas noted by Fortune
• Consistently certified as great place to work
• A Leading Disability Employeras noted by theNational Organization on Disability
• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by theAmerican Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
  

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Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability