Certified Ophthalmic Assistant


Job Location:

Stoneham, MA - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 28 - 40
Posted on: 30+ days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Site: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary


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

Job Summary

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionalsincluding physicians nurses allied health professionals researchers business professionals and technology expertsto advance our mission of providing exceptional patient care advancing research and educating future healthcare leaders. As a not-for-profit integrated healthcare system we are committed to fostering an inclusive collaborative workplace where employees can grow and make a meaningful impact.

Join our ophthalmology team in Stoneham conveniently located on Main Street (Route 28) just off Route 95 with free on-site parking. This location includes both Comprehensive Ophthalmology (COS) and Retina services offering opportunities to gain experience across multiple specialties while working alongside a collaborative team of providers and clinical professionals dedicated to exceptional patient care.

This full-time position offers a consistent MondayFriday schedule 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with no weekends.

Whether youre an experienced Certified Ophthalmic Assistant or looking to continue growing your career Stoneham provides opportunities to expand your clinical knowledge work with advanced ophthalmic technology and collaborate with an experienced multidisciplinary team.

Under the direction of the Chief Ophthalmic Technician and Service/Site Manager the Certified Ophthalmic Assistant provides clinical and technical support to facilitate the delivery of high-quality outpatient eye care. This role performs a variety of ophthalmic procedures prepares patients for examination and partners with the care team to support an efficient patient-centered clinic experience.


Qualifications

Education

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree
No

Licenses and Certifications

  • Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) through the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) required and maintained in good standing.

Experience

  • At least one year of experience as an Ophthalmic Assistant in a supervised clinical setting required.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of ophthalmic terminology clinical procedures and diagnostic testing.

  • Strong interpersonal and patient service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients families and members of the care team.

  • Ability to provide compassionate patient-centered care while supporting efficient clinic operations.

  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

  • Sound judgment attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

  • Proficiency with electronic health records and standard computer applications including Microsoft Office.


Additional Job Details (if applicable)


Remote Type

Onsite


Work Location

1 Montvale Avenue


Scheduled Weekly Hours

40


Employee Type

Regular


Work Shift

Day (United States of America)



Pay Range

$28.40 - $40.64/Hourly


Grade

4


At Mass General Brigham we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive and any offer extended will take into account your skills relevant experience if applicable education certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation addition to competitive base pay we offer comprehensive benefits career advancement opportunities differentials premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.


EEO Statement:

5110 Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at .


Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance make hiring decisions identify development needs mobilize employees across our system and establish a strong talent pipeline.


Required Experience:

Junior IC

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