OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT

About the role

We are growing and looking for an Ophthalmic Assistant to join our team!

You Are Ready to live out our core values in patient and team member interactions
Committed to providing an excellent patient experience
Highly organized and able to anticipate patient needs
Able to bring a positive attitude every day
A clear communicator, able to multitask, and team oriented

Responsibilities

• Performing patient workups and preliminary tests including visual acuity, patient history, lensometry and other tests in accordance with protocol.
• Performing various diagnostic tests as directed, but not limited to, keratometry, topography, tonometry, pachymetry and visual fields as indicated.
• Facilitates efficient patient flow by monitoring schedules, patient medical records, and potential schedule conflicts; resolves and communicates with OD/MD as necessary.
• Triage patient phone calls by answering questions and resolving concerns as directed to achieve patient satisfaction.
• Sending prescriptions to patients’ pharmacies as requested by the doctor, and handling prior authorization requests as needed.
• Participating in regular team meetings and reports team progress to ensure effective team and inter-department communications.
• Actively participating in ongoing professional self-development to enhance training and skills.

Requirements

You Have A high school diploma or equivalent
Previous experience and/or training with completion of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) home study preferred.
Previous patient care experience preferred.

Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent
Previous experience and/or training with completion of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) home study preferred.
Previous patient care experience preferred.

Skills

• Committed to providing an excellent patient experience
• Highly organized and able to anticipate patient needs
• Able to bring a positive attitude every day
• A clear communicator, able to multitask, and team oriented

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer paid benefits: paid time off, retirement savings contributions, life insurance, and disability insurance
• A variety of voluntary benefits for you and your family
• $150 shoe allowance for full-time staff
• Education Allowance
• Wellness Program paired with a Lifestyle Spending Account

Pay

Competitive compensation

Schedule

Full-time position