Ophthalmic Assistant Position Available In Suffolk, Massachusetts

Ophthalmic Assistant Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary

• MEI United States, Massachusetts, Boston 243-245 Charles Street (Show on map) Jun 17, 2025
  Summary
  Responsible for conducting technical and administrative patient support activities that assist the professional staff (Ophthalmologist, Orthoptist, Residents, etc.

) in administering the healthcare and support needed for patients and families in the outpatient ophthalmic clinic. Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes Essential Functions

• Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients’ responses and conditions
• Prepares patients for visual field tests
• Recording patient history and chief eye complaint.
• Maintains a smooth flow of patients to the physician altering test sequence as required.
• Performs color vision testing and glare/brightness testing
• Implements infection control policies and procedures.
• Records and updates current eye medications and eye history/medical history in the patient’s health record
• Serves and protects the healthcare community by adhering to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and JCAHO standards.

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
experience in an ophthalmic or health care related setting 0-1 year preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Strong patient/customer service skills.
• Ability to receive and comprehend instructions verbally and/or in writing.
• Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions.
• Ability to maintain motivation to achieve goals while dealing with challenges.
• Excellent problem solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat DC. Physical Requirements
  Standing Frequently (34-66%)
  Walking Frequently (34-66%)
  Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
  Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
  Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs
• 35lbs
  Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
  Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
  Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
  Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
  Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
  Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
  Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
  Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
  Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
  Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
  Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
  Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
  Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
  Vision•Far Constantly (67-100%)
  Vision•Near Constantly (67-100%)
  Talking Constantly (67-100%)
  Hearing Constantly (67-100%) Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.