Pediatric Ophthalmic Technician (COA) — Growth & Benefits

10 HOSP Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PTO

403(b) Retirement Plan

Tuition assistance

Adoption benefits

Backup Childcare

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts on services

Job summary

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) to join our outpatient team in Schaumburg, delivering compassionate pediatric eye care to children and families.

Responsibilities include supporting the ophthalmology team, performing COA duties, and ensuring safety and accuracy in exams. A High School Diploma is required; COA certification is mandatory; BLS is required; pediatric experience preferred.

Qualifications

• COA certification required by JCAHPO.
• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• BLS certification required; pediatric experience preferred.

Skills

Patient communication

Pediatric care knowledge

Life support knowledge

Education

COA Certification (JCAHPO)

High School Diploma/GED

Ophthalmic Technician certification (JCAHPO)

Job description

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) to join our outpatient team in Schaumburg, delivering compassionate pediatric eye care to children and families.

Responsibilities include supporting the ophthalmology team, performing COA duties, and ensuring safety and accuracy in exams. A High School Diploma is required; COA certification is mandatory; BLS is required; pediatric experience preferred.