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Optometric Technician

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Cambridge, MAFull-time$25.96–31.25/hrSeen 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Compensation
$25.96–31.25/hr
Location
Cambridge, MA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

BLS Certification

Job overview

The Optometric Technician assists optometrists and ophthalmologists by obtaining clinical information, performing diagnostic tests, supporting contact lens fittings and patient training, and maintaining contact lens inventory and office supplies. The role may also assist with administrative duties. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, two years of eye care experience, and current active BLS certification; optometric or ophthalmic technician certification is preferred.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

ConfidentialityInterpersonal SkillsDiplomacyCustomer ServiceAccuracyAttention to DetailBasic Computer FunctionsTeamworkVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationOptometric Technician CertificationOphthalmic Technician Certification

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent2 Years Eye Care ExperienceBLS CertificationProlonged Standing and Walking

Full job description

Optometric Technician

  • Job Number: 26183

  • Functional Area: Health Care

  • Department: MIT Health

  • School Area: Executive Vice President

  • Pay Range Minimum: $25.96

  • Pay Range Maximum: $31.25

  • Employment Type: Full-Time

  • Employment Category: Non-Exempt

  • Visa Sponsorship Available: No

  • Schedule:

  • Pay Grade: 5

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Posting Description

OPTOMETRIC TECHNICIAN – EYE CARE, MIT Health , assists the Optometrists and Ophthalmologists (Eye Care Providers) in obtaining clinical information from patients; performs diagnostic tests; assists with contact lens fittings and conducts patient training in insertion, removal, wearing schedule, disinfection and proper care of contact lenses; performs other tasks as specified by the ECP in providing complete and comprehensive eye care;maintains the contact lens inventory, re -ordering as supplies are required; and is responsible for ordering routine office equipment and supplies as necessary. When needed, the Optometric Technician assists the patient services representative with administrative duties. The full job description is available here: https://health.mit.edu/jobs

Job Requirements

REQUIRED : High School diploma or equivalent; a minimum of two years of experience in eye care; a current active BLS certification (with in-person component); ability to deal with confidential information and/or issues using discretion and judgment; prolonged standing and walking; good interpersonal, and diplomacy skills; professional manner with solid customer service skills; accuracy and attention to detail; proficiency in basic computer functions; and ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. PREFERRED : Certification as an optometric/ophthalmic technician. Schedule: Five 8-hour shifts, Mon-Fri.10/26/2026

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