Ophthalmic Technician

UI Health - Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (Clinic Manager Ophthalmology) Chicago, IL, United States 1042511 Posted on: 8/20/2026 - Application Deadline: 9/17/2026 UI Health - Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (Clinic Manager Ophthalmology) Hiring Department : Ophthalmology Clinic Location : Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID : 1042511 FTE : 1 Work Schedule : 8 hours/day; 40 hours/week Shift : Days # of Positions : 1 Workplace Type : On-Site Posting Close Date : 09/17/2026 Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $32.31 - 62.90 / Hourly Wage About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of federally qualified health centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity. Learn more: This position is intended to be eligible for benefits . This includes Health, Dental, Vision, LifeInsurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Position Summary Supervises the daily activities within retina, uveitis, and ophthalmic imaging. Plans, assigns, and reviews work activities. Manages clinical staff to ensure that services are executed to provide the highest level of patient care. Ensures their assigned specialties are compliant with all applicable standards and regulations set by Illinois Department of Public Health, the Joint Commission, and the University. Oversees the implementation, review, and revision of standard operating procedures. Communicates and disseminates general information and policy updates to staff. Approves time off and coordinates staff schedules. Facilitates initial and ongoing training and evaluation of staff. Fosters a team environment by mentoring and motivating staff. Fosters a team environment by mentoring and motivating staff. Prepares staffing assignments, which includes clinical research study patients, that most effectively aligns staff skillsets with patient and physician needs. Interviews, onboards, and orients new imaging staff. Manages staff productivity and departmental alignment with quality/operational goals set by ambulatory services administration and the department. Key stakeholder in improving patient throughput and overall patient experience. Develops and executes quality training programs and facilitates professional development of imaging staff. Ensures all imaging equipment is well-maintained, functional, and integrated with systems such as Epic and PACS. Performs direct patient care within ophthalmic imaging as needed. Performs direct patient care in other clinical areas as needed. Performs duties of an Ophthalmic technician as required. Performs other duties as assigned. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Five (5) years (60 months) of work experience performing ophthalmology or optometrist services. Certification as an Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (COMT) by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology. Current valid American Heart Association BLS/CPR certification. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr