81349BR
Ophthalmology
Job Posting Description
Position Summary:
Plans, supervises, and oversees the day-to-day activities of the Ophthalmology Technicians. Organizes and participates in staff recruitment, training, and scheduling; counsels and evaluates staff. Prepares and delegates work schedules and assignments. Oversees use and maintenance of equipment, physical space, and supply inventory and monitors related expenses.
Key Responsibilities:
Education:
Boston Children’s Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, childcare and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Plans, supervises, and oversees the day-to-day activities of the Ophthalmology Technicians. Organizes and participates in staff recruitment, training, and scheduling; counsels and evaluates staff. Prepares and delegates work schedules and assignments. Oversees use and maintenance of equipment, physical space, and supply inventory and monitors related expenses.
Key Responsibilities:
- Performs specialized diagnostic ophthalmic testing, including skilled eye exams and administration of eye drops, under clinician supervision.
- Trains and mentors staff, residents, and fellows on equipment use and testing techniques; supports skill development of less experienced personnel.
- Supervises ophthalmology technicians, handling hiring, onboarding, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions in coordination with leadership.
- Manages daily operations, including staff scheduling, workload prioritization, and maintaining communication with physicians to ensure efficient patient flow.
- Oversees equipment and supply inventory, performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and coordinating capital equipment planning.
- Ensures regulatory compliance, conducting safety audits and promoting awareness of patient safety goals and hospital policies among staff.
Education:
- High School Diploma/GED required
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- 5 years of experience as an ophthalmic technician or equivalent required
- Experience in pediatric ophthalmology preferred
- Current registration as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) required
- Current certification as a Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) preferred
Boston Children’s Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, childcare and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Status
Full-Time
Regular, Temporary, Per Diem
Regular
Standard Hours per Week
40
Office/Site Location
Boston
Job Posting Category
Clinical
Remote Eligibility
Onsite Only