Ophthalmic Technician I

Boston Children’s Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Boston Children’s Hospital is seeking an ophthalmology support staff member to assist with patient visits within the Ophthalmology Program. The role collaborates with clinicians and researchers to organize visits and maintain smooth clinical flow.

Responsibilities include room preparation, imaging, scheduling support, and inventory management, with emphasis on regulatory compliance and accurate documentation. A High School Diploma or GED is required; COA certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• COA certification preferred (not mandatory).
• Experience in a clinical or science-related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares clinical rooms, stocks supplies and medications, and coordinates with other departments for delivery and pickup.
• Assists with procedures and ensures efficient patient flow with accurate preparation and communication of clinical documents.
• Supports regulatory compliance efforts, including Joint Commission requirements.
• Obtains quotes for equipment purchases and coordinates repairs and related logistics.
• Performs diagnostic imaging including external, slit lamp, and fundus photography; edits and uploads images; conducts visual field testing and intraocular pressure measurements; administers eye drops.
• Manages electronic patient records, assists with scheduling and phone support, and helps with contact lens sessions, cleaning, and inventory.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)

Job description

Position Summary

Provides patient visit support to Ophthalmology Program. Works with clinical and research staff/clinicians to organize patient visits and clinical flow.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares clinical rooms, orders and stocks supplies and medications, and coordinates with other departments for supply delivery and pickup; assists with procedures as needed.


• Ensures efficient patient flow and accurate preparation and communication of clinical documents for specified areas.


• Supports regulatory compliance efforts, including Joint Commission requirements.


• Obtains quotes for equipment purchases, coordinates repairs, and manages related logistics.


• Performs diagnostic imaging including external, slit lamp, and fundus photography; edits and uploads images; conducts visual field testing and intraocular pressure measurement; administers eye drops.


• Manages electronic patient records, assists with scheduling and phone support, and helps with contact lens sessions, cleaning, and inventory.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma/GED required

Experience:

• Experience in a clinical or science-related field is preferred

Licensure/ Certifications:

• Current registration as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA certification) preferred