Ophthalmic Technician - Chicago

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago•Chicago, IL

89d•$22 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Requirements

High School diploma required. Associates degree preferred.
Certification as an Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) JCAHPO is required.
Certification as an Ophthalmic Technician by JCAHPO is preferred.
Basic life support certification is required.
Prior pediatric experience strongly preferred.
Ability to effectively communicate with hospital & staff, patients, and families.
Knowledge of growth and development of infants, children, adolescent, adults and elderly patients in order to provide appropriate care.

Nice To Haves

Associates degree
Certification as an Ophthalmic Technician by JCAHPO
Prior pediatric experience

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance
Employer paid group term life and disability
Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
403(b) with a 5% employer match
Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
Tuition assistance
Student loan servicing and support
Adoption benefits
Backup Childcare and Eldercare
Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
Discount purchasing program