Eye Care Assistant: Patient Testing & Front Desk

5110 Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary; Weymouth (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary is seeking an Optometry Administrative Support role under the direct supervision of the Practice Manager and Service Director. Duties include patient testing, contact lens training, and assisting with front desk tasks in the Optometry Department.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or Equivalent and 1–2 years in Optometry/Ophthalmology; strong communication and customer service are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required; experience in lieu of degree not accepted.
• 1–2 years Optometry/Ophthalmology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs contact lens instruction, including insertion and removal training on patients
• Performs Administrative functions, covering front desk, checking in patients, etc.
• Sets up and cleans examination and test rooms according to infection control standards
• Insures equipment is working properly and notifies appropriate personnel when a problem is identified
• Performs auto-refraction and topography testing
• Maintains adequate supplies of medical/ophthalmic supplies in exam rooms
• Demonstrates competency with documentation in EPIC system (EHR)

Skills

Eye/ophthalmic testing

EHR EPIC experience

Communication skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary is seeking an Optometry Administrative Support role under the direct supervision of the Practice Manager and Service Director. Duties include patient testing, contact lens training, and assisting with front desk tasks in the Optometry Department.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or Equivalent and 1–2 years in Optometry/Ophthalmology; strong communication and customer service are essential.