Ophthalmic Assistant I — Path to COA in 18 Months

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 39.000 - 52.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Beth Israel Lahey Health’s Ophthalmic Assistant I position supports ophthalmologists by preparing patients, taking histories, and performing preliminary eye function tests. You’ll gain hands-on training and work toward COA certification within 18 months of hire.

You'll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, manage patient flow, maintain equipment, and help ensure accurate records while adhering to safety and quality standards in a busy ophthalmology clinic.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Formal medical assistant training preferred.
• 0-1 years in ophthalmology or related field preferred.

Aufgaben

• Escort patients to exam rooms and manage flow.
• Take complete health history focusing on eye symptoms.
• Perform visual acuity tests and intraocular pressure measurements.
• Maintain equipment and monitor supply rooms.

Kenntnisse

Patient interaction

Medical history taking

English communication

Ausbildung

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Tonopen

Applanation tonometry

OCT

Fundus photography

Autorefraction

Topography

A/B ultrasonic scans

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Jobbeschreibung

Beth Israel Lahey Health’s Ophthalmic Assistant I position supports ophthalmologists by preparing patients, taking histories, and performing preliminary eye function tests. You’ll gain hands-on training and work toward COA certification within 18 months of hire.

You'll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, manage patient flow, maintain equipment, and help ensure accurate records while adhering to safety and quality standards in a busy ophthalmology clinic.