Optometry Support Technician – Patient Care & Tests

Massachusetts Eye and Ear; Weymouth (MA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Eye and Ear seeks an Ophthalmic Assistant to support the Optometry Department. Under supervision, you will perform contact lens training, auto-refraction, and topography testing, and assist with front desk duties while maintaining patient flow.

You will work in a patient-facing role with infection control standards, using EPIC EHR to document exams and ensure accuracy. Strong communication and teamwork are essential in this on-site role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Experience in Optometry/Ophthalmology preferred.
• Proficiency in eye-related tests and diagnostic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Performs contact lens instruction and training.
• Performs auto-refraction and topography testing.
• Sets up and cleans examination rooms per infection control standards.
• Assists front desk with patient check-in and administrative tasks.
• Maintains supplies for exam rooms and documents in EPIC EHR.

Skills

Eye tests

Ophthalmic equipment

Customer service

Communication

EPIC EHR familiarity

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

EPIC EHR

Auto-refraction device

Topography instrument

Job description

Massachusetts Eye and Ear seeks an Ophthalmic Assistant to support the Optometry Department. Under supervision, you will perform contact lens training, auto-refraction, and topography testing, and assist with front desk duties while maintaining patient flow.

You will work in a patient-facing role with infection control standards, using EPIC EHR to document exams and ensure accuracy. Strong communication and teamwork are essential in this on-site role.