Optometric Technician-PASADENA, TX

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary evaluation of patients prior to exam by the OD, such as dilation, topicals, autorefractions, etc.
• Perform verbal interview with patient prior to visit with OD to determine medical issues and reasons for their visit
• Provides support to the Optometrist to care for patients in a timely, effective manner, as closely to appointed schedule as possible
• Auxiliary support to the Optometrist to care for patients in a timely, effective manner, as closely to appointed schedule as possible
• Records and maintains patient records / files in compliance with company, federal, and state policies (HIPAA)
• Respond to patient's telephone inquiries and voicemails regarding medication, treatment, problems referring to the Optometrist as necessary
• Assist with the insertion and removal of contract lenses
• Orders soft and hard contact trials for the Optometrist
• Greet and direct all patients as they enter the facility
• Prepare, clean and maintain exam rooms; restock as needed
• Schedules follow-up appointments, verifies insurance for patient exam visits and verifies appointment times with patients
• Provide patient(s) with an explanation of insurance benefits as needed
• Schedule appointments
• Order and check in on contacts
• Verify and file insurance for contact purchases
• All other duties as assigned

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds
• Must be able to push, pull, bend, twist, and reach
• Use care and proper judgment when lifting or carrying items ensuring to utilize proper posture and body mechanics
• Even though the weight lifted may only be a negligible amount, a job is in this category when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree
• Classified as having occupational exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens
• Exposure to communicable disease

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no direct reports.

We Proudly Offer:

• Continuing Education including JCAHPO & ABOC
• Holidays & Paid Time Off
• Bereavement Leave
• Superior Benefits Package:
• Medical
• Dental
• 401(K)
• Free Life Insurance & LTD
• Eye Care Benefits & Optical Discounts

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/H/V

Qualifications

• Competencies
• Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Certifications & Licenses: N/A
• Experience: 1 year of optometry experience preferred
• Language: Spanish Required