Ophthalmic Technician I

Position Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares clinical rooms, orders and stocks supplies and medications, and coordinates with other departments for supply delivery and pickup.
• Affords assistance with procedures as needed.
• Ensures efficient patient flow and accurate preparation and communication of clinical documents for specified areas.
• Serves as a liaison for regulatory compliance efforts, including Joint Commission requirements.
• Obtains quotes for equipment purchases, coordinates repairs, and manages related logistics.

Supports Diagnostic Imaging

• 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

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

Education

• Minimum Qualifications: 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.

The posted pay range is Boston Children’s reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting. Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors.

Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes.