Ophthalmic Assistant — Impactful Eye Care Career

Optum; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401k plan

Job summary

Atrius Health in Boston, MA is seeking a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant to join our ophthalmology team. You will perform preliminary workups, conduct vision tests, and support clinicians with a range of ophthalmic procedures at the Kenmore location.

The role requires willingness to obtain COA certification within two years and includes opportunities to grow within Optum’s Care Delivery organization. This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• General medical knowledge and be proficient in history taking.
• Knowledge of basic visual testing and diagnostic procedures.
• EMR experience and/or aptitude to master the EMR.

Responsibilities

• Greets and escorts patients; gathers medical and ocular history and documents in EMR.
• Performs vision tests, vital signs and ophthalmic assessments (e.g., slit lamp, tonometry, OCT, visual fields).
• Assists with minor surgical procedures and maintains sterile technique.
• Operates and maintains ophthalmic equipment and ensures instrument readiness.
• May rotate into administrative roles such as medical secretary duties.

Skills

Medical knowledge

History taking

Ophthalmic testing

EMR experience

Travel between locations

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Atrius Health in Boston, MA is seeking a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant to join our ophthalmology team. You will perform preliminary workups, conduct vision tests, and support clinicians with a range of ophthalmic procedures at the Kenmore location.

The role requires willingness to obtain COA certification within two years and includes opportunities to grow within Optum’s Care Delivery organization. This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment.