Ophthalmic Care Technician

Tufts Medicine; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Tufts Medicine is seeking a clinical technologist to support ophthalmology patient care, performing preliminary exams, screenings, and diagnostic tests under physician supervision. The role involves taking patient history, performing visual acuity tests, lensometry, keratometry, pupil evaluations, and assisting with OCT, topography, and visual field imaging.

You will prepare exam rooms, ensure instruments are cleaned and stocked, and document findings in the Electronic Health Record.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS Certification OR obtain within three months of hire.
• Preferred: ophthalmic/optometric/medical assistant training or AAO Home Study Course.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient history including chief complaint and ocular history.
• Conduct screenings: visual acuity, lensometry, keratometry, pupil evaluation, and IOP measurement.
• Assist with diagnostic tests and ocular imaging (OCT, Topography, Visual Fields, IOL Master).
• Prepare consent forms and assist physicians during in-office procedures.
• Set up exam rooms; maintain stock of medications, supplies, and forms.
• Ensure instrument cleaning, disinfection, calibration and maintenance as required.
• Document exam components in the Electronic Health Record; support clinic flow.
• Comply with applicable local, state, and federal ophthalmology regulations.

Skills

Eye terminology

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AAO Home Study Course (preferred)

Ophthalmic/optometric/medical assistant training (preferred)

Job description

Tufts Medicine is seeking a clinical technologist to support ophthalmology patient care, performing preliminary exams, screenings, and diagnostic tests under physician supervision. The role involves taking patient history, performing visual acuity tests, lensometry, keratometry, pupil evaluations, and assisting with OCT, topography, and visual field imaging.

You will prepare exam rooms, ensure instruments are cleaned and stocked, and document findings in the Electronic Health Record.