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Ophthalmic Technician - Full time

Children's Wisconsin · Milwaukee, WI · Full time

Posted Aug 31, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you made a mistake in a test or chart. What did you do?

What they are checking: Whether they own errors and fix them promptly, which matters in a role that supports diagnosis.

How do you make a frightened child feel safe in the exam chair?

What they are checking: Whether they have real strategies for kids, since a calm child gives better test results.

Why does a Monday through Friday ophthalmology role appeal to you right now?

What they are checking: Whether they are motivated by the work itself and likely to stay, not just by the schedule.

What would you do

You'd rotate among Milwaukee Hospital, New Berlin and Mequon. How do you adjust to different clinics and teams?

What they are checking: Whether they can stay effective and flexible when equipment, staff and routines change by location.

A child is squirming and you aren't sure your measurement is accurate. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they are honest about unreliable results and note it, instead of recording a guess as fact.

How do you keep the schedule moving when the clinic is running behind?

What they are checking: Whether they can work efficiently and communicate delays to families without losing accuracy.

About the work

Tell me about your experience with basic eye exam skills, like acuity, pupils, eye pressure and dilation.

What they are checking: Whether they meet the posting's minimum knowledge of basic eye care and can work with little hand-holding.

How would you test vision on a nonverbal child or a baby?

What they are checking: Whether they know pediatric techniques like fixation and following, since many patients can't respond verbally.

How do you explain to a parent why their child needs glasses or patching?

What they are checking: Whether they can teach in plain language and build buy-in for treatment the child might resist.

What steps do you take with dilating drops to make sure you use the right drop for the right patient?

What they are checking: Whether they have medication safety habits, since the wrong drop or dose can hurt a child.

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The full job description

As published by Children's Wisconsin.

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best. Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country. We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today. Please follow this link for a closer look at what it’s like to work at Children’s Wisconsin: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatcw/ The person in this role administers & performs diagnostic tests, and provides instruction to patients with correctable vision focusing defects, under the medical direction of a licensed ophthalmologist. Details: • Hours: Full time - 40 hours per week • Typically 7:30 am - 4:30 pm • Schedule: Monday-Friday • No weekends or holidays! • Rotate between 3 clinics: Milwaukee Hospital, New Berlin and Mequon Minimum Requirements: • Knowledge of basic eye anatomy and physiology as well as Ophthalmic tests and procedures as would be acquired through completion of a two-year ophthalmic technician program. • Equivalent Ophthalmic experience accepted. • Current CPR certification - Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers through American Heart/American Red Cross/National Safety Council is required before start date. Essential Functions: • Administers standard ophthalmic tests per physician's order and according to established procedures and standards. • Performs diagnostic tests including vision field tests. • Performs retinoscopy. • Provides the evaluation of patients with eye muscle problems utilizing prisms. • Contact lens fitting and dispensing. • Explains procedures to patient and/or family and directs patient during treatment and therapy. • Instructs patient and/or family in appropriate home care treatment. • Prepares reports and completes charting as required and confers regularly with the physician relative to patient's progress. • Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to work collaboratively with coworkers, physicians, children, and their families. • The ability to represent the organization and serve consumers in a professional manner and promote a positive image of the organization and its services. Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law. Certifications/Licenses: BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council

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