Ophthalmic Technician — Retinal Degeneration Diagnostics

Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary - MEI; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary in Boston seeks an ophthalmic assistant to provide specialized testing and patient care to support the diagnosis and prognosis of hereditary retinal conditions. Performs clinical assessments and advanced diagnostic tests in a safe, well‑equipped environment.

Responsibilities include comprehensive patient screening, routine ophthalmic exams, administering eye drops, and maintaining sterile rooms.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience cannot be substituted for the education requirement.
• 0-1 year of experience working as an ophthalmic assistant in a supervised clinical setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient screening, documenting chief complaint, ocular and medical history, pain, allergies, and visual acuity.
• Conduct routine ophthalmic assessments including refraction, tonometry, confrontational fields, pupil and extraocular muscle evaluation.
• Administer diagnostic eye drops and medications per established protocols.
• Perform specialized testing such as dark adaptation, color vision, ERG, and EOG.
• Maintain supplies, clean equipment, and ensure infection prevention standards.

Skills

Ophthalmic terminology

Patient customer service

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat DC

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat DC

Job description

Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary in Boston seeks an ophthalmic assistant to provide specialized testing and patient care to support the diagnosis and prognosis of hereditary retinal conditions. Performs clinical assessments and advanced diagnostic tests in a safe, well‑equipped environment.

Responsibilities include comprehensive patient screening, routine ophthalmic exams, administering eye drops, and maintaining sterile rooms.