What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ophthalmic Assistant - Ophthalmology position at UI Health?
Hiring Department: Ophthalmology
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1033335
FTE: 1
Work Schedule: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Shift: Days
# of Positions: 1
Workplace Type: On-Site
Posting Close Date: April 16, 2025
Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $29.62 - 45.79 / 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: https://hospital.uillinois.edu/about-ui-health
Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits .
Position Summary
Under the direct supervision of an Ophthalmologist, the ophthalmic assistant collects patient information, updates medical records, performs administrative office tasks, interacts with and educates patients about lenses, contacts, and eye hygiene. The ophthalmic assistant performs some vision tests, measures eye pressure, and performs other minor eye examinations.
Duties & Responsibilities
Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment.
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.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1033335
FTE: 1
Work Schedule: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Shift: Days
# of Positions: 1
Workplace Type: On-Site
Posting Close Date: April 16, 2025
Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $29.62 - 45.79 / 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: https://hospital.uillinois.edu/about-ui-health
Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits .
Position Summary
Under the direct supervision of an Ophthalmologist, the ophthalmic assistant collects patient information, updates medical records, performs administrative office tasks, interacts with and educates patients about lenses, contacts, and eye hygiene. The ophthalmic assistant performs some vision tests, measures eye pressure, and performs other minor eye examinations.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Prepares exam room for daily clinical activities.
- Monitors and maintains appropriate levels of medical equipment/supplies and floor stock medication in clinic.
- Tests patient's far acuity, near acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception, and color perception.
- Examines eye for abnormalities.
- Applies drops to anesthetize, dilate, or medicate eyes.
- Measures intraocular pressure of eyes.
- Tests patient's field of vision, including central and peripheral vision, for defects.
- Measures axial length of eye using biometry.
- Measures glasses so they properly fit the patient.
- Performs other related tests and measurements.
- Responds to patient inquires and relays information to the appropriate clinician based on the nature of the inquiry.
- Administers placement of hard and soft contact lenses.
- Documents patients’ histories and instructs patients concerning eye care.
- Performs technical workups and special testing.
- Performs basic ophthalmic photography including, but not limited to optical coherence tomography (OCT).
- Instructs lower-level ophthalmic personnel and students in the technical aspects of some vision tests and minor eye examinations as part of their onboarding and/or training.
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
- Six (6) months of work experience performing basic ophthalmology or optometry.
- Current valid American Heart Association BLS/CPR certification.
Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment.
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.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
Salary : $30 - $46
