Ophthalmic Technician

Overview

The Boston Vision ophthalmic technician performs clinical support duties in eye care, assisting physicians with patient exam preparation and eye function testing. This full‑time position is based at Andover (159 River Rd, Andover MA) and requires occasional travel to other Boston Vision clinics. The role offers a competitive hourly salary, a $3,000 retention bonus, travel reimbursement, and an in‑house training program that enables certification funding after one year.

$20.00/hr - $30.00/hr

• Gather patient history and medical records to support preliminary eye exam.
• Perform preliminary eye function and diagnostic testing (visual acuity, slit lamp, tonometry, dilated exam).
• Administer eye medications and maintain surgical instruments under physician supervision.
• Assist in surgical procedures such as LASIK eye surgery.
• Travel between Boston Vision clinics as needed and receive travel reimbursement.

• High school diploma or equivalent; no prior experience required.
• Detail‑oriented, multitask, and possess advanced customer service skills.
• Strong interpersonal and diplomatic communication abilities.
• Positive, professional team player.

Full‑time Monday‑Friday schedule (8:00 am‑5:00 pm), $3,000 retention bonus, travel reimbursement, in‑house training program, and funding for national ophthalmic technician certifications.