Certified Ophthalmology Technician

The Technician, Certified Ophthalmic reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

The Technician, Certified Ophthalmic is primarily responsible for technical, clinical support and patient care for various physicians and sub-specialists in the department of ophthalmology. This includes various tests to be performed as well as supporting physicians as their needs arise. Acts as liaison between patients and physicians, answering questions and providing educational assistance.

• 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.

Minimum Requirements

• CPR-BLS certification through American Heart Association
• Certification as Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT)

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in Ophthalmology field (i.e. as an Ophthalmic Assistant, COA)

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.