Ophthalmic Technician - Chicago

Job Overview 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 everything we do. Qualifications 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. Pay Range The position pay range is $26.25–$42.92 per hour. Lurie Children’s offers a competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range is reviewed regularly to stay aligned with market conditions. 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 Various voluntary benefits: 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 Company Culture We embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care. Equal Employment Opportunity Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Support email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr