Clarkson Eyecare High Ridge , MO 63049
Posted 2 weeks ago
Title: Doctor's Assistant (Optometric Technician)
Company: Clarkson Eyecare
Location: High Ridge, MO
Training Provided
Pay: $15/hour, plus bonus incentives
Benefits:
401k + Employer Matching
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Competitive Base Pay + Bonus
Optical Education Reimbursement
Paid Maternity Leave
Hours:
Full Time
Our offices are open Monday-Friday 8am-7pm, Saturday 8am-2pm
You will not work all of these hours, but you must have open availability to work any shift within these hours
You may have to work a little earlier/later as needed
Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
Favorable result on Background Check
Basic computer skills
Strong customer service skills
Excitement to learn and grow
Essential Functions:
Facilitate patient flow
Assist the doctor in preliminary testing
Verify medical and vision insurances
Effectively communicate with patients, doctors, and managers
Answer inquiries through phone, email, and in-person requests
An Optometric Technician is a valuable asset to an optometrist as they assist in providing a world class Total Patient Experience. This employee is able to handle a wide range of duties while using optical equipment to perform the initial testing needed to prepare a patient for an exam with an optometrist.
Responsibilities:
80%
Embrace and execute our Total Patient Experience to build relationships with all patients while delivering great medical support
Display a professional attitude, greet patients promptly with a smile, and thank them when they leave
Comply with all company policies and procedures including HIPAA
Practice urgency at all times with patient's time, as well as doctor's time and schedule
Operate manual lensometer, auto-lensometer, autorefractor/keratometer, retinal camera, visual field, GDX or OCT
Follow scripting for testing equipment (photos, visual fields, visual activity, etc.)
Clean all examination equipment including tonometer tip
Set phoropter to patient RX or re-set to plano (per doctor's request)
Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all time
20%
Assist with other duties within the office as needed
General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager
Desire to gain industry knowledge and training
Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals
Consistently creating a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused
Other Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work weekends when applicable
Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet the needs of the business
Requirements:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) equivalent required
Favorable result on background check required
Must be able to provide proof of identity and right to work in the United States
One-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
Basic computer skills
Ability to read, analyze and interpret information
Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Physical Requirements:
Regular bending, lifting, carrying, reaching and stretching
Ability to move throughout the office
Ability to remain standing for long periods of time
Lifting heavy boxes and accessing high shelves
If you need help performing these functions of your job, please contact the supervisor so that we may engage in the interactive process with you and find reasonable accommodation
Work Environment:
Problem solves, reasons and resolves issues effectively
Use independent judgment and discretion
Meet customer expectations
Work under stress with interruptions and deadlines
Use computer effectively and view computer screen
Exhibit empathy in all situations
Work changing schedules to meet business demands
If you need assistance with this application, please contact (636) 227-2600. Please do not contact the office directly - only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.
EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.
Clarkson Eyecare