
Ophthalmic Technician
Required skills
- patient care
- diagnostic procedures
- treatment procedures
- patient intake
- strabismus
- extraocular rotation exam
- sensory testing
- pupil assessment
- visual acuity
- tonometry
Role summary
Cincinnati Children's is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician for their Burnet Campus. This full-time, onsite role involves providing direct patient care by assisting clinicians with diagnostic and treatment procedures. Responsibilities include patient intake, various eye tests (strabismus, visual acuity, visual fields, etc.), and maintaining examination rooms and equipment. While no direct experience is required, a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant is preferred. The position offers a starting pay range of $22.79 - $28.53 per hour.
Primary Location
Burnet CampusDepartment
OphthalmologyShift
Day (United States of America)Schedule
Full timeWeekly Hours
40FTE
1Employee Status
Regular*Expected Starting Pay Range
$22.79 - $28.53*Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on‑call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Test Measurement - Provides direct patient care by helping the clinician with diagnostic and treatment-oriented procedures by performing job specific standards including patient intake, measurement of strabismus, extraocular rotation exam, sensory testing, pupil assessment, visual acuity, tonometry, lensometry, color vision testing, and visual field testing.
Technical Support - Provides clinical support with set up and maintain examining room, equipment and supplies, escort patients to examining rooms, complete school and other miscellaneous forms.
To independently provide clinician and clinic support for the Ophthalmology department.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent
No directly related experience
Preferred: Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
About Us
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
Consistently certified as great place to work
A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
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