Inherited Retinal Degeneration (IRD) Tech

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

3d•$28 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a key role in specialized ophthalmic diagnostic testing to support the diagnosis and prognosis of hereditary retinal degenerations. 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.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Strong patient/customer service skills.
Ability to receive and comprehend instructions verbally and/or in writing.
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Ability to maintain motivation to achieve goals while dealing with challenges.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat DC.

Nice To Haves

experience working as an ophthalmic assistant in a supervised setting 0-1 year preferred

Responsibilities

Conducts initial patient screening by documenting the chief complaint, ocular, family, and medical history, pain assessment, medication list, allergies, and visual acuity.
Performs subjective refractions, lensometry, tonometry, confrontational visual field testing, pupil and extraocular muscle assessments, and proper instillation of diagnostic drops.
Performs advanced ophthalmic diagnostic testing, including dark adaptation, color vision testing, electroretinography (ERG), electrooculography (EOG), and visual field testing, as appropriate.
Maintains appropriate inventory levels of medical and ophthalmic supplies within examination and testing areas.
Ensures instruments, equipment, and examination/testing rooms are cleaned and maintained in accordance with infection prevention and control standards.
Demonstrates knowledge of ocular anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology, including the appropriate identification, handling, and administration of diagnostic medications.