Ophthalmic Technician I

Status

Full-Time

Standard Hours per Week

40

Job Posting Category

Clinical

Job Posting Description

Position Summary/ Department Summary:
Provides patient visit support to Ophthalmology Program. Works with clinical and research staff/clinicians to organize patient visits and clinical flow.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepares clinical rooms, orders and stocks supplies and medications, and coordinates with other departments for supply delivery and pickup; assists with procedures as needed.
• Ensures efficient patient flow and accurate preparation and communication of clinical documents for specified areas.
• Supports regulatory compliance efforts, including Joint Commission requirements.
• Obtains quotes for equipment purchases, coordinates repairs, and manages related logistics.
• Performs diagnostic imaging including external, slit lamp, and fundus photography; edits and uploads images; conducts visual field testing and intraocular pressure measurement; administers eye drops.
• Manages electronic patient records, assists with scheduling and phone support, and helps with contact lens sessions, cleaning, and inventory.

Minimum Qualifications
Education:

• High School Diploma/GED required 

Experience:

• Experience in a clinical or science-related field is preferred

Licensure/ Certifications:

• Current registration as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA certification) preferred 

Office/Site Location

Needham

Regular, Temporary, Per Diem

Regular

Remote Eligibility

Onsite Only

Pay Range

$23.69-$37.90 Hourly