Optometry Assistant
Mass General Brigham · Weymouth-MA
What the posting says
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- PayStated
- $17.71–$24.94 an hourAbout $36,837–$51,875 a year at 40 hours a week (derived, not posted)
- Employment typeStated
- Full time
- Work arrangementStated
- On-site
- ShiftStated
- day
Work Shift Day (United States of America)
from the posting - ExperienceStated
- 0-2 years
- EducationStated
- ['high school']
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- Visa sponsorshipNot mentioned
- The posting does not say
Requirements, each with its sentence from the posting
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- High School Diploma or Equivalentrequired
High School Diploma or Equivalent required
from the posting - Eye-related diagnostic equipmentrequired
Proficiency in performing various eye-related tests and using diagnostic equipment
from the posting - Infection control standardsrequired
Sets up and cleans examination and test rooms according to infection control standards
from the posting - Patient confidentialityrequired
Maintain patient confidentiality at all times, by phone, in discussion and by electronic distribution of information
from the posting - Communication skillsrequired
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with patients and colleagues
from the posting - Customer servicerequired
Strong customer service skills to provide a welcoming and compassionate environment for patients
from the posting - Attention to detailrequired
Keen attention to detail when recording patient information, performing tests, and assisting with procedures
from the posting - Optometry/Ophthalmology experiencepreferred
Optometry/Ophthalmology Experience 1-2 years preferred
from the posting - Auto-refraction and topography testingimplied
Performs auto-refraction and topography testing
from the posting - Contact lens instructionimplied
Performs contact lens instruction, including insertion and removal training on patients
from the posting - Contact lens sterilizationimplied
Sterilization of soft and hard contact lenses in accordance with the infection control standards
from the posting
Read the full posting as the employer wrote it
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
POSITION SUMMARY:Under the direct supervision of the Practice Manager and Service Director, performs duties of technical assistance/administrative support. Duties include patient testing, contact lens insertion and removal training; as well as assisting with various administrative duties within the Optometry Department.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Performs contact lens instruction, including insertion and removal training on patients
- Performs Administrative functions, covering front desk, checking in patients, etc.
- Sets up and cleans examination and test rooms according to infection control standards
- Insures that equipment is working properly and notifies appropriate personnel when a problem is identified
- Performs auto-refraction and topography testing
- Maintains adequate supplies of medical/ophthalmic supplies in exam rooms
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide services appropriate to the age of the patients served in the service
- Sterilization of soft and hard contact lenses in accordance with the infection control standards
- Complies with all state, federal and local regulations and laws governing the performance of this
position within this department.
- Adheres to all policies and procedures, including confidentiality of patient and employee information, and attends annual in-service education.
- Maintain patient confidentiality at all times, by phone, in discussion and by electronic distribution of information.
- Perform other projects as assigned by Manager or physicians.
- Adheres to MEE Standards of Behavior.
- Demonstrates competency with documentation in EPIC system (EHR
Qualifications
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$17.71 - $24.94/Hourly
Grade
3
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
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