Ophthalmic Technician I - Patient-Focused Eye Care

Boston Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Pharmacy

Flexible Spending

403b match

Paid time off

Career advancement

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Boston Medical Center seeks an Ophthalmic Technician I to assist ophthalmologists by collecting data on patients’ visual status and by performing essential tests such as Visual Acuity, Visual Field, Lensometry, and Automated Refraction. The role includes eye drop instillation and external eye examinations, with responsibilities to organize work efficiently.

The position is full-time in the BMC Eye Clinics, requiring at least a high school diploma and 1+ years in ophthalmic patient care;

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferably 1–2 years education beyond high school in an allied health program (preferred).
• At least 1 year experience as Ophthalmology Assistant/Technician with history taking and acuity testing.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Willing to work toward COA certification within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist ophthalmologist by gathering data on patient’s visual status.
• Perform ophthalmic tests: Visual Acuity, Visual Field, Lensometry, Automated Refraction, Pupil assessment, external exam, eye drops.
• Organize and prioritize work to ensure timely completion.

Skills

Visual testing

Data collection

Interpersonal skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Graduate of allied health program (preferred)

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

Boston Medical Center seeks an Ophthalmic Technician I to assist ophthalmologists by collecting data on patients’ visual status and by performing essential tests such as Visual Acuity, Visual Field, Lensometry, and Automated Refraction. The role includes eye drop instillation and external eye examinations, with responsibilities to organize work efficiently.

The position is full-time in the BMC Eye Clinics, requiring at least a high school diploma and 1+ years in ophthalmic patient care;