at NorthShore University Health System in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Position Highlights
Ophthalmic Technician
Location: Swedish Hospital - Chicago, IL
Part time
7:30am-5:00pm
What you will need:
High School graduate or equivalent required.
Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) certification as Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) or equivalent
Experience: 1-2 years in a Ophthalmologist's office
General Summary:
Certified Ophthalmic Assistants work under the supervision and direction of an ophthalmologist to perform ophthalmic clinical studies. They are trained to measure visual acuity, instill ocular medications, obtain ocular, medical and family histories, perform manifest or epic refractometry, instructing patients regarding medications, tests and procedures, coordinate patient flow, measure intraocular pressure, participate in telephone triage, perform pupil assessment, perform eye muscle assessment and perform confrontational visual fields.
Benefits:
Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
Tuition Reimbursement
Free Parking at designated locations
Wellness Program Savings Plan
Health Savings Account Options
Retirement Options with Company Match
Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
Community Involvement Opportunities
EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.
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