Ophthalmic Tech II - Eye Care Testing & Patient Care

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

Job summary

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) in Boston’s Longwood Medical Area is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant II to support ophthalmologists and the clinical team, preparing patients for evaluation and assisting with testing. This role offers exposure to a wide range of ophthalmic procedures in an academic medical center.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, completion of an accredited Ophthalmic Assistant program, and COA/COT/COMT certification, with 1-3 years' related

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Certificate Ophthalmic Assistant required.
• 1–3 years related ophthalmic experience.
• COA, COT, or COMT certification.
• Experience with computer systems including MS Office and web-based apps.

Responsibilities

• Escorts patients to and from exam rooms.
• Takes complete patient history focusing on eye symptoms.
• Reviews allergies and medications.
• Performs visual acuity tests and uses tonopen/applanation to measure IOP.
• Administers eye drops prior to exams.
• Performs visual fields, OCT, fundus photography, refraction, and other testing.
• Maintains patient records and coordinates information.
• Monitors supply rooms and keeps exam rooms stocked.
• Cleans and maintains equipment and coordinates repairs.
• Trains on new tasks and participates in ongoing education.

Skills

COA/COT/COMT

Ophthalmic experience

MS Office

Patient interaction

Education

High School diploma or GED

Ophthalmic Assistant program certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Web-based applications

Job description

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) in Boston’s Longwood Medical Area is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant II to support ophthalmologists and the clinical team, preparing patients for evaluation and assisting with testing. This role offers exposure to a wide range of ophthalmic procedures in an academic medical center.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, completion of an accredited Ophthalmic Assistant program, and COA/COT/COMT certification, with 1-3 years' related