Ophthalmic Assistant II — COA/COT/COMT Certified

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant II (COA/COT/COMT) in the Boston area. You will assist ophthalmologists and optometrists, take patient histories, perform preliminary testing, and help manage patient flow.

Responsibilities include administering eye drops, conducting vision tests, recording data, and supporting equipment maintenance. Certification and hands-on ophthalmic training are required, with a focus on patient care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Certificate 1 Cert Ophthalmic Asst required.
• 1-3 years related work experience required.
• Certification as COA, COT or COMT by JCAHPO.
• Minimum 1 year experience in an ophthalmology practice or graduate of accredited Ophthalmic Assistant program.
• Experience with computer systems including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to and from exam rooms and take a complete eye history.
• Perform visual acuity tests and measure intraocular pressure.
• Administer eye drops and prepare for eye exams; perform refractions.
• Monitor provider schedules and manage patient flow; gather information for patient records.
• Maintain and stock exam rooms and equipment; participate in training.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Vocational or Technical training in Ophthalmic Assistant

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant II (COA/COT/COMT) in the Boston area. You will assist ophthalmologists and optometrists, take patient histories, perform preliminary testing, and help manage patient flow.

Responsibilities include administering eye drops, conducting vision tests, recording data, and supporting equipment maintenance. Certification and hands-on ophthalmic training are required, with a focus on patient care.