Ophthalmic Technician II
84403BR
Ophthalmology
Status
Full-Time
Standard Hours per Week
40
Job Category
Clinical,
Regular, Temporary, Per Diem
Regular
Pay Range
$26.62-$42.59 Hourly
Office/Site Location
Needham
Remote Eligibility
Onsite Only
Job Posting Description
At Boston Children’s Hospital, the quality of our care – and our inclusive hospital working environment – lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we’re committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included.
Assists the medical staff in examining and caring for children with eye problems. performing basic eye examinations under the supervision of an ophthalmologist. Able to perform Ophthalmic Technician I job duties
Key Responsibilities:
- Performs basic eye exams under ophthalmologist supervision, including history-taking, visual acuity testing, lensometry, tonometry, and administering eye drops.
- Works as part of a multidisciplinary team to support patient visits and maintain efficient clinical workflow.
- Maintains a clean, safe, well-stocked clinical environment and prepares exam rooms as needed.
- Orders supplies and supports departmental and hospital compliance, including Joint Commission patient safety goals.
- Explains procedures and treatments to patients and families and ensures educational materials are created and available.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
- High School Diploma/GED required.
Experience:
- 2 years of experience as an ophthalmic technician or equivalent required
- Experience in pediatric ophthalmology preferred
Licensure/ Certifications:
- Current registration as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA certification) required
- Current registration as a Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT 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. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Boston Children’s Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, military or veteran status or any other classification protected by law in hiring, promotion, compensation and other terms and conditions of employment. Boston Children’s Hospital collects and maintains information regarding gender, race, and ethnicity for equal opportunity compliance purposes. Boston Children’s Hospital also is subject to various government recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations.
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