Inherited Retinal Degeneration (IRD) Tech

Site: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary

 

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Job Summary

Come join our meaningful mission in caring for patients with rare inherited retinal degenerations that cause vision loss. The IRD technician performs very detail-oriented work, like electroretinography, refractions, and cutting-edge research studies involving gene therapy. Experience with refractions is a strong benefit, and experience with contact lenses or electroretinography would be helpful but not required.

Summary

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

Does this position require Patient Care?

Yes

Essential Functions

-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.

 

Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Experience experience working as an ophthalmic assistant in a supervised setting 0-1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - 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.

 

 

Onsite

 

243-245 Charles Street

 

36

 

Regular

 

Day (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$28.40 - $40.64/Hourly

 

Grade

4

 

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