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Optometric Technician

+ Job Number: 24969

+ Functional Area: Health Care

+ Department: MIT Health

+ School Area: Executive Vice President

+ Employment Type: Full-Time

+ Employment Category: Non-Exempt

+ Visa Sponsorship Available: No

+ Schedule:

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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. Find a full job description 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. Job #24969-5 Schedule: Five 8-hour shifts, Mon-Fri. Salary Range: $26.00-$28.00/hr, final salary determined by MIT’s compensation team based on the skills and experience of the person hired. 5/20/2025