Optometric Technician

Job details

Salary$13 - $15 an hour

Job Type
Full-time
Part-time

Morning (Preferred)
Mid-Day (Preferred)
Full Job Description

**Must have reliable transportation

• Must be able to follow through with tasks and and stay focused

-Available to work Saturdays

**Must be a fast learner who is ready to work independently

****Pre-Healthcare students in gap year are welcome*****

We are looking for dedicated and goal-oriented candidates who want the opportunity of a career in healthcare with the potential to grow into a leadership role. We have an opportunity for a Part time/full time Front Desk Receptionist/Ophthalmic Technician for our established and fast-growing optometry practice with a team-focused culture. If you are a people person and enjoy multi-tasking throughout the day, you will be a good fit! This candidate should be a great communicator and someone with the right attitude to learn quickly. The candidate must have excellent customer service attitude and be a strong team player. Eyecare and Optometric experience is required. Experience in a fast-paced environment is a plus.

As a Front Desk Receptionist/Ophthalmic Technician, you will work up patients in preparation to see the providers. Tasks include patient documentation throughout the visit, testing using a variety of clinical equipment, coordinating patient flow, and ensuring patient and insurance billing is accurate. You will work daily with patients, doctors and office staff. A people focused attitude is a must.

Responsibilities

• Accurately document examination findings in the electronic medical record
• Assess patient needs and keep patients flowing through the office, altering the test sequence as required
• Educate and sell additional services or products that may be beneficial to a patient
• Schedule patients over the phone and in person
• Complete patient check-in and check-out processes in the electronic medical record
• Process product orders accurately with vendors
• Develop inventory management processes to ensure timely reorder of supplies
• Ensure accurate insurance and patient billing

Qualifications

• 1-2 year of applicable experience
• Proven customer service skills required
• High School Diploma, College Degree Preferred
• Demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of Microsoft–based software

Must-Have Skills

• GREAT attitude
• Strong work ethic
• Ability to work independently

Experience:

• Computer & Data Entry: 1 year (Preferred)
• medical office: 1 year (Preferred)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Location:

• Riverdale GA (Required)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour

Ability to Commute:

• Riverdale, GA 30274 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Riverdale, GA 30274: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person