Ophthalmic Assistant: Elevate Eye Care Experience

Massachusetts Eye and Ear; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary is seeking a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) to support the delivery of high-quality eye care in outpatient settings. The COA will perform clinical, technical, and administrative duties under supervision of licensed clinicians and ophthalmology team.

The role requires COA certification, a High School Diploma or equivalent, and at least 6 months of ophthalmology clinic experience or ICA Assistant-level training.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• COA certification through JCAHPO required or equivalent.
• Minimum 6 months ophthalmology clinic experience or ICA Assistant-level training completed.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of vision and ocular testing, imaging, and assessments to prepare patients for comprehensive eye examinations and clinical evaluations.
• Identifies and administers diagnostic eye drops appropriately as part of routine eye examinations and clinical procedures.
• Prepares for and assists with minor ophthalmic procedures, including medical lasers, injections, cryotherapy, and oculoplastic procedures.
• Measures and documents vital signs as needed for procedures and patient care.
• Ensures exam rooms and clinical areas are appropriately stocked with medical and ophthalmic supplies.
• Cleans, calibrates, and performs basic maintenance of ophthalmic equipment in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and hospital infection control standards.
• Properly handles, stores, and transports specimens, instruments, and medications in accordance with established protocols.
• Supports administrative functions, including patient call triage and in-basket management, as assigned.
• Provides cross-coverage and support to other ophthalmology services and locations as needed.
• Follows hospital policies and applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as established quality, safety, infection control, and accreditation standards.

Skills

COA certification

Ophthalmic testing

Patient care

Equipment maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary is seeking a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) to support the delivery of high-quality eye care in outpatient settings. The COA will perform clinical, technical, and administrative duties under supervision of licensed clinicians and ophthalmology team.

The role requires COA certification, a High School Diploma or equivalent, and at least 6 months of ophthalmology clinic experience or ICA Assistant-level training.