Ophthalmic Technician I

Boston Children’s Hospital; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Children’s Hospital seeks a dedicated Ophthalmology support specialist to assist in patient visits, prepare rooms, and coordinate clinical flow within our Ophthalmology Program.

You will work with clinical and research staff, perform imaging and assist with scheduling, records management, and supplies. A high school diploma and preference for COA certification apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in a clinical or science-related field is preferred.
• Current COA certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares clinical rooms, stocks supplies, and coordinates with departments for delivery.
• Ensures efficient patient flow and accurate preparation of clinical documents.
• Supports regulatory compliance efforts, including Joint Commission requirements.
• Obtains quotes for equipment and coordinates repairs and logistics.
• Performs diagnostic imaging including slit lamp and fundus photography; supports eye drops.
• Manages electronic patient records, schedules, and assists with contact lens sessions and inventory.

Skills

Clinical support

Patient flow coordination

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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