Optometric Assistant

Job Summary
Join our busy healthcare team as an Optometric Assistant.

Optometry, Optical, Ophthalmology or other Medical Office experience REQUIRED.

Knowledge of frames, lenses, and insurance benefits is a plus.

Pay will be based on knowledge and experience.

Duties

• Work up patients and perform pretesting procedures to get patients ready to see doctor.
• Greet patients warmly, verify their information, and assist with appointment scheduling using electronic medical record (EMR).
• Support optical services by helping patients select eyewear, taking measurements for glasses and contact lenses, and processing retail sales efficiently.
• Explain prescription and insurance coverage.
• Educate patients on eye health topics including pediatrics, senior care considerations, anatomy knowledge, physiology basics, and proper contact lens care.
• Support clinic operations by managing inventory of optical supplies and assisting with retail math calculations to optimize stock levels.

Skills

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Must be out-going, motivated, with a friendly personality.
• Must be a dependable team player with a positive and professional attitude.
• Need to be able to multi-task.

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person