Optometric Technician

Responsibilities

• Pre-screen patients before they see the optometrist, including the administration of diagnostic tests
• Gather patient’s medical history
• Communicating with doctors, staff, and patients
• Answer phone calls, greet patients and schedule appointments
• Educate patients on their insurance coverage and vision benefits
• Train patients on proper contact lens use and care
• Obtain insurance authorizations and verification of benefits
• Accurately post charges for exam fees, co-pays, and products sold
• Absorb and accurately document optometry exams and procedures as they are being performed by the doctor
• List all appropriate diagnoses and symptoms as well as follow-up instructions and prescriptions as directed by the doctor
• Cook up patient scheduling and monitor patient flow throughout the office, properly communicating delays
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong multi-tasking and time management skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to do basic math
• Team player with good interpersonal and listening skills
• Passion for self-improvement and continuing education
• Flexible to accommodate schedule change(s) on short notice to fulfill business needs
• Previous experience as an Optometric Technician is preferred, but not required
• Previous experience with electronic medical records preferred, but not required
• 1+ years’ experience in optical/optometry industry preferred, but not required

Pay

Competitive salary and benefits, 401K and a generous PTO plan.

Schedule

Not specified

Benefits

Not specified