Top 26 Optometrist assistant Jobs in Newton, Ma

Ophthalmic Assistant I
Beth Israel Lahey Health —Boston, MA
- $28.50 - $38.36 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Hospital
Lead Ophthalmic Asst
Beth Israel Lahey Health —Chestnut Hill, MA
- $31.42 - $42.29 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Hospital
Optometric Technician/Medical Assistant Part Time
MyEyeDr. —Wellesley, MA
- $16.10 - $22.20 an hour
- Part-time
- Basic math
- High school diploma or GED
- Entry level
2d
Ophthalmic Technician, 40-Hours, Burlington
Beth Israel Lahey Health —Burlington, MA
- $27.00 - $36.34 an hour
- Full-time
- Hospital
- Customer service
- High school diploma or GED
- Vision insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
Optometric Assistant
LICKTEIG FAMILY EYECARE —Medford, MA
- $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- High school diploma or GED
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Optometric Assistant Part Time
Visionworks —Malden, MA
- $17.75 - $26.63 an hour
- Overtime
- HIPAA
- English
- High school diploma or GED
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Optical Assistant
Upham's Community Care —Dorchester, MA
- $20 - $27 an hour
- Part-time
- Spanish
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
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Optometric Assistant
Visionworks —Westwood, MA
- $17.75 - $26.63 an hour
- Overtime
- HIPAA
- English
- High school diploma or GED
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6d
Ophthalmic Medical Assistant / Technician
Andover Eye Associates Inc —Andover, MA
- $18.50 - $25.00 an hour
- Anatomy knowledge
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Lead Ophthalmic Asst
Beth Israel Lahey Health —Chestnut Hill, MA
Job Summary: Under general supervision, functions as the lead Ophthalmic Assistant for the Division of Ophthalmology and provides technical oversight, training…
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Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification is preferred, but not required.
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Ophthalmic Assistant I

Beth Israel Lahey Health -
Boston, MA

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Job Details

Full-time
$28.50 - $38.36 an hour

Qualifications

Customer communication
High school diploma or GED
Older adults
Desktop applications

Full Job Description

Boston, MA • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center • Full-time • Day

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.

Job Summary: The Ophthalmic Assistant I fulfills numerous functions to prepare patients for evaluation by an Ophthalmologist and/or Optometrist. Primary responsibilities include acquiring health histories from patients, performing preliminary eye function testing, managing patient flow, and maintaining equipment. Participates in employer-sponsored training and continuing education with the requirement of becoming certified by JCAHPO as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) within 18 months from date of hire.<br><br>

Job Description:

Essential Responsibilities:

Escorts patients to and from exam rooms. Takes a complete history focusing on the patient’s eye symptoms. Reviews allergies and medications. Performs visual acuity tests and uses tonopens and applanation to measure intraocular pressure.

Performs visual fields, A/B ultrasonic scans, autorefraction, OCT, fundus photography, lensometry and topography.

Monitors provider schedules and patient flow. Gathers and coordinates information necessary for patient records.

Monitors supply rooms and keeps exam rooms stocked and supplied. Cleans and maintains equipment and coordinates repairs as needed.

Trains on the job for new tasks and ancillary skills as needed. Participates in employer sponsored training and continuing education with the goal of becoming a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) within 18 months from date of hire.

Required Qualifications:

High School diploma or GED required. Vocational or Technical training in Medical Assistant or other healthcare training preferred.

0-1 years related work experience required.

Experience in an ophthalmology practice or a graduate of an accredited Ophthalmic Assistant program or one year of clinical work experience preferred .

Experience with computer systems required, including web based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access.

Competencies:

Decision Making: Ability to make decisions that are guided by general instructions and practices requiring some interpretation. May make recommendations for solving problems of moderate complexity and importance.

Problem Solving: Ability to address problems that are routine, somewhat repetitive and generally solved by following clear directions and procedures and by identifying opportunities for process improvements.

Independence of Action: Ability to follow precedents and procedures. May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines. Seeks assistance when confronted with difficult and/or unpredictable situations. Work progress is monitored by supervisor/manager.

Written Communications: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written English with internal and external customers.

Oral Communications: Ability to comprehend and converse in English to communicate effectively with medical center staff, patients, families and external customers.

Knowledge: Ability to demonstrate full working knowledge of standard concepts, practices, procedures and policies with the ability to use them in varied situations.

Team Work: Ability to work collaboratively in small teams to improve the operations of immediate work group by offering ideas, identifying issues, and respecting team members.

Customer Service: Ability to provide a high level of customer service to patients, visitors, staff and external customers in a professional, service-oriented, respectful manner using skills in active listening and problem solving. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

Age based Competencies:
Employees in this job must be competent to provide patient care to the following age groups: Young adult: 16-30 years, Middle Age: 30 – 60 years, Elderly: 60 -.
Physical Nature of the Job:
Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently to move objects. Some elements of the job are sedentary, but the employee will be required to stand for periods of time or move through out the hospital campus

Pay Range:

$28.50 – $38.36

The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Job details

Employment: Full-time
Hours/Week: 40
Shift: Day
Category: Ophthalmology
Pay Range: $28.50 - $38.36
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Req ID: JR93329

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As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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