Optometric Technician- $2500 SIGN-ON BONUS

About the role

The major responsibility of the Optometric Office Technician is to assist the Managing Optometrist in the technical and administrative operation of an optometric practice. The position will interact with patients/customers by delivering an exceptional patient/customer experience, foster patient/customer retention, and promotes outstanding associate/doctor satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Taking patient medical histories
• Preparing patients for examinations
• Administering tests prior to the eye exam
• Aiding doctors during examinations
• Performing administrative tasks such as greeting and directing patients, answering telephones, updating and maintaining Electronic Medical Records, obtaining insurance verification and authorization, adjusting scheduling for priority patients, scheduling appointments, processing insurance claim forms, patient and insurance billing, optometric medical billing and coding, vision insurance billing and coding, accounts receivable and accounts payable, and bookkeeping.

Qualifications

• Experience providing enthusiastic and concise communication to meet/exceed customer expectations and fostering positive and results-oriented relationships with associates, doctors, and hosts.
• Ability to manage priorities through adaptability, willingness to take calculated risks, and follow-up.
• Experience with personal computers preferred.
• Valid State Driver’s License and State Minimum Insurance coverage.
• A high school diploma or equivalent, or comparable experience typically achieved with a minimum of 1-2 years in a retail setting.

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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