Ophthalmic Technician provides technical services to assigned ophthalmic patients and assists ophthalmologists or optometrists in the examination and treatment of eye disorders. Takes patient history, conducts visual acuity screenings, and performs various technical procedures, including refractometry, tonometry, lensometry, and keratometry. Being an Ophthalmic Technician prepares patients for exams and procedures. Operates, maintains, and sanitizes ophthalmic equipment and instruments. Additionally, Ophthalmic Technician may assist physicians in performing minor surgical and laser procedures. May dispense contact lenses. Typically requires an associate degree. May require Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA). May require Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT). Typically reports to a manager. Ophthalmic Technician's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Ophthalmic Consultants of Boston is a group practice specializing in eye care. Our Physicians are actively involved in research that is advancing the understanding of many eye conditions. We conduct numerous clinical trials aimed at finding new treatments for many eye conditions, so that we are able to offer the best treatment options to our patients. Are you looking for Patient interaction in your next Research Role? We are currently hiring Research Coordinators/Technicians for our Oculoplastic/Retina Teams. This is a multi-site location opportunity working in our Boston and Cambridge locations.
Summary of duties: Responsible for the coordination of multiple research studies. Responsibilities include preparation of study materials, overseeing participant enrollment, coordinating participant visits pursuant to study protocol, and completion of required verbal and written communication with study sponsor.
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This is a full-time (Monday - Friday) on-site position. The hours are 7:30AM-4:00PM.
To find out more about OCB, please visit our website at www.eyeboston.com. OCB is an Equal Opportunity Employer.