Eye Care Office Technician & Admin Specialist

West-Point-Optical-LL; Belvidere (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

West-Point Optical LLC in Belvidere, IL is seeking an Optometric Office Technician / Medical Office Administrator to support the Managing Optometrist in clinical and admin operations. You will interact with patients, deliver excellent service, and help with billing and records.

The role may combine medical office admin, billing, scheduling, and records clerical tasks, with local travel as needed. On-site position in a busy practice.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide enthusiastic, concise communication to customers.
• Ability to manage priorities and follow up effectively.
• Experience with personal computers preferred.
• Valid State Driver’s License and insurance required.
• High school diploma or equivalent; 1–2 years in retail recommended.

Responsibilities

• Taking patient medical histories.
• Preparing patients for examinations.
• Administering tests prior to the eye exam.
• Assisting doctors during examinations.
• Greeting and directing patients.
• Answering telephones and updating records.
• Obtaining insurance verification and authorization.
• Scheduling appointments and managing calendars.
• Processing insurance claim forms and billing.
• Medical billing and coding for optometry claims.
• Vision insurance billing and coding.
• Accounts receivable/payable and bookkeeping.

Skills

Customer communication

Prioritization

PC literacy

Driving license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR software

Billing software

Job description

West-Point Optical LLC in Belvidere, IL is seeking an Optometric Office Technician / Medical Office Administrator to support the Managing Optometrist in clinical and admin operations. You will interact with patients, deliver excellent service, and help with billing and records.

The role may combine medical office admin, billing, scheduling, and records clerical tasks, with local travel as needed. On-site position in a busy practice.