Ocularist - Craniofacial Center

University of Illinois • Chicago, IL

442d • $60,000 - $110,000

About The Position

The Ocularist at the Craniofacial Center of the University of Illinois is responsible for fitting, fabricating, inserting, and maintaining custom ocular prosthetics for patients. This role involves providing specialized care for individuals who have lost an eye or eyes due to trauma or illness, ensuring they receive the highest quality of prosthetic eye care.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in biomedical visualization or a related field is required.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience is required.
• Knowledge of ocular anatomy and ocular prosthetic fitting and fabrication techniques is essential.
• Effective communication skills are necessary; a high level of artistic ability is also required.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and fit ocular prostheses for individuals who have lost an eye or eyes due to trauma or illness.
• Take impression of the eye socket, shape plastic shell, paint iris and fit ocular prostheses.
• Insert and maintain ocular prosthetics.
• Teach the patient on the proper care, cleaning, removal and insertion of prostheses.
• Record patient charts and appointments.
• Work in cooperation with anaplastologist to fabricate ocular prosthesis for an orbital prosthesis.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from $60,000 to $110,000 per year.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees