Ophthalmic Technician I - Riley Pediatrics

Ophthalmic Technician-I (Pediatric Ophthalmology)

• Full-Time | Days | 40 hours/week
• Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

 Locations

• Primary: Riley Outpatient Center 
  • 575 Riley Hospital Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46202
  • Parking provided (covered by IU Health)
• Secondary (as needed): 
  • 10300 N Illinois St, Carmel, IN 46290
  • 533 E County Line Rd, Greenwood, IN 46143
  • Parking available at both locations

Why This Role Stands Out

• Only pediatric ophthalmology group in the state
• No prior ophthalmic experience required – all training provided
• Certifications and continuing education fully covered
• Clear career ladder with raises at each level
• Strong team culture focused on collaboration and learning

 What You’ll Do

• Perform patient workups (history, vision checks, imaging, etc.)
• Support a high-volume clinic with efficient workflows
• Assist with light administrative tasks
• Communicate with patients via phone as needed

 What Takes Most of Your Time

• Patient workups and direct patient care

 Work Environment

• Fast-paced, high-volume clinic
• Well-organized workflows to keep things running smoothly
• Close collaboration with technicians, physicians, fellows and residents

 Growth & Career Path

• Level 1: Entry-level (no experience or certification required)
• Level 2: Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) – certification + raise
• Level 3: Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) – advanced skills + leadership tasks + raise
• Level 4: Technician Team Lead – training, workflow leadership, partnership with clinic leaders + raise

Why Team Members Stay

• Collaborative culture where ideas are heard and explored
• Exposure to multidisciplinary clinics and expanded learning
• Opportunities to grow without moving into leadership

 What to Expect

• Fully patient-facing role
• Fast pace may be challenging if you prefer slower environments

Qualifications

• Previous optical or ophthalmic experience preferred, not required
• Experience in a healthcare setting or physician’s office a plus

Why IU Health

• Indiana’s leading healthcare system focused on patient-centered care
• Supportive team environment and professional development opportunities

Benefits

• Benefits Designed for You
• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness eligibility
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness program with bi-weekly incentives

Responsible for ophthalmic, diagnostic procedures and ophthalmic/medical assistance in support of the clinical activities of the department. Performs preliminary ophthalmic examinations. Explains testing procedures to patients. Assists providers with post-op surgery patients. Maintains diagnostic equipment. Cleans all equipment in exam rooms consistent with current infection control policies. Will stock exam rooms and work areas, while checking for expired supplies. May assist in minor OR procedures and ocular injections. May provide back-up support for other departments as needed.

• High School Diploma/GED. 0-3 Years of Experience.
• Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of employment, through the AHA. Other advanced life support certifications may be preferred per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• Requires knowledge of infection control principles.
• Requires ability to effectively prioritize multiple patient care needs.
• Experience with basic ophthalmic workup and testing preferred.
• Prefer knowledge of exam room environment.

• Indiana University Health has nearly 40,000 team members, including more than 3,600 physicians and 1,200 advanced practice providers, and we’re home to the largest nursing network in Indiana with more than 9,000 nursing team members at over 800 sites of care.
• IU Health is ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report, Riley Children's Health is ranked among the top children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
• A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine – one of the nation’s largest medical schools – gives patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members access to the latest science and the very best training – advancing healthcare for all.
• With 15 hospitals, including seven with Magnet designation and eight with Pathways to Excellence designation, our team members are leading the way through excellence.
• At Indiana University Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross training development.
• Indiana University Health is invested in the lives of Hoosiers, leading the transformation of healthcare to make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.