Contact Lens Technician - 995289

Nova Southeastern University; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale is seeking a responsible candidate for the administrative activities of the contact lens service department at The Eye Care Institute. The role requires proficiency in MS Office, meticulous attention to detail, and strong administrative skills.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and at least one year of clerical or customer service experience. Bilingual candidates (Spanish/English) and those with contact lens experience are preferred. The position involves various responsibilities including order processing, inventory management, and technical assistance.

Qualifications

• One year of clerical and/or customer service experience.
• Knowledge of office practices and procedures such as filing, answering telephones, and supply/equipment ordering.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical assistance with contact lens ordering and verification.
• Processes authorizations and insurance claims for accuracy.
• Participates in the ordering of contact lenses and supplies.
• Performs inventory analysis and prepares reports.

Skills

Proficient knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Data entry skills

Internet research abilities

Strong administrative skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Primary Purpose

Responsible for the administrative activities of the contact lens service department for The Eye Care Institute (TECI).

Job Category

Non-Exempt

Hiring Range

Pay Basis

Hourly

Subject to Grant Funding?

No

Essential Job Functions

• Provides technical assistance with the ordering and verification of contact lenses to ensure the best visual outcome for patients.
• Assists with the processing of authorizations, medically necessary services and contact lenses, and insurance claims to ensure services rendered are accurate and processed in a timely manner.
• Participates in the ordering of diagnostic and stocked contact lenses and supplies to maintain appropriate inventory levels and replenish supplies as needed.
• Performs inventory analysis and prepares reports at the end of the fiscal and calendar year to ensure adequate inventory and reduce shrinkage.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Proficient knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), data entry skills, and internet research abilities.
• Knowledge of office practices and procedures such as filing, answering telephones, and supply/equipment ordering.
• Ability to enter data in NSU systems accurately.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Strong administrative skills – organized, thorough, systems oriented, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Proactive, punctual, and reliable.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisory staff at all levels.
• May be exposed to short, intermittent, and/or prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing in the performance of job duties.
• May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies, including pens, pencils, and computer keyboards.
• Must be able to climb, bend, and carry patient records and supplies.
• Must be able to lift items weighing in excess of 10 lbs.
• May be required to work nights and weekends.

Required Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Required Experience

One (1) year of clerical and/or customer service experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual Spanish/English.
• One year contact lens experience.

Safety Sensitive Position

No

Background Screening Required?

Yes

Pre-Employment Conditions

Nova Southern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.