Apprentice - Ophthalmology Assistant

Job DescriptionWork Schedule: 100% FTE, 40 hours per week. Shifts scheduled Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. Hours may vary based on the needs of the clinic. Be part of something remarkableFind a rewarding career at UW Health.We are seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant Apprentice to:• Join the UW Health Ophthalmic Assistant Apprenticeship Program which is designed for those interested in becoming an ophthalmic assistant. • Attend in person classes and clinicals.• Upon successful completion of the program, you will be interviewed and may be placed in an ophthalmic assistant position within UW Health.• Gain hands on experience in direct patient care tasks, visual acuities, processes, and procedures in an ophthalmology setting.At UW Health, you will have:• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.Education:Minimum - High School Diploma or equivalent and formal acceptance into the UW Health Medical, Ophthalmology or Nursing Assistant Clinical Apprentice Program RequiredPreferred -Work Experience:Minimum - 1 year of prior work experience RequiredPreferred -Certifications:Minimum - No certification required. Preferred - Basic Life Support / CPROur commitment to Social Impact and BelongingUW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.UW Health Clinics - our physicians and staff are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient and family experience by delivering the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment. With more than 90 primary and specialty care clinics located throughout Dane County and the surrounding areas, we are proud to have the opportunity to impact the communities we serve.UW Health Administrative Facilities - UW Health has administrative locations throughout Madison and beyond where thousands of employees provide vital support to our clinical areas. These locations are home to departments such as Access Services, Compliance, Human Resources, Information Services, Patient Medical Records, Payroll and many others.Job DescriptionUW Hospital and Clinics benefits

Created: 2026-04-15