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Dartmouth Health

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

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What they do

An Ophthalmic Technician makes prescription eyeglasses and contact lenses by cutting and shaping lenses according to individual prescriptions. May make lenses for other optical equipment, such as telescopes or microscopes. Works in medical equipment manufacturing facilities and laboratories, retail stores, or in the offices of optometrists and physicians.

$49,289 / year median in New Hampshire

+26% projected growth

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Job Description

Position range in Grafton County $37k
  • $52k Per Year Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Dartmouth Health
Occupation:
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians
Location:
Lebanon, NH
  • 03766
Job Type:
Full Time (30 Hours or More)
Posted:
06/16/2026 Positions available: 1
Source:
NLX
Web Site:
usnlx.com Job #: 293141199 Job Requirements and Properties Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Description . Overview Assists with patient flow through the eye clinic by monitoring patient arrivals and helping patients navigate through the clinic. Performs all clinical duties required of a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) (see Key Responsibilities below). Follows established standards and procedures for exceptional patient care. Responsibilities
  • Demonstrate strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Interact with patients at all levels of care in the ophthalmology clinic.
  • Recognize and comply with all national, local, and institutional regulations, policies, and procedures with regard to patient privacy and safety.
  • Prepare patients to see the eye care provider by performing comprehensive intake examinations. This includes (but is not limited to) collection and documentation of patient health and eye history, testing of visual acuity, visual fields, pupils, intraocular pressure, manual lensometry, manual and automated refraction (without prescribing), and administration of pharmacologic agents.
  • Prepare patient, room, supplies, and equipment for exams and procedures.
  • Inventory, cleaning, care, and maintenance of ophthalmic supplies, equipment, and exam rooms.
  • Contribute to the development and maintenance of policies and procedures for technical and clinical activities.
  • Assist fellow staff and physicians with daily tasks.
  • Accept training for advanced skills.
  • Maintain current certification status.
  • Perform other duties as requested. Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required Required Licensure/Certifications
  • Current International Joint Commission of Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (iJCAHPO) certification as Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) required.
  • Basic Life Support certification required upon hire
Area of Interest:
Allied Health
  • Pay Range:
    $21.19/Hr.
  • $32.85/Hr.
  • FTE/Hours per pay period:1.00
  • 1.00
  • 40 hrs/week
Shift:
Day•
Job ID:
40481 Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more:

Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Dartmouth Hitchcock Clinics comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. We do not exclude or treat people differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.