Front Desk Associate

Bluetree Dental; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Work/Life balance

Paid time off (PTO)

Team discounts on optical services

Cell phone discount policy

Recognition programs

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Bluetree Eyecare in Sparks, NV is seeking a dependable Front Desk Associate to join our optical team. The role focuses on friendly patient check-in, scheduling, insurance verification, and billing support in a busy eye care environment.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in front desk roles, comfortable with vision insurance portals, and strong communication. The position offers a 3–4 day schedule from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–3 years of front desk or customer service experience (optometry/optical or medical front office preferred).
• Familiarity with vision insurance portals (VSP, EyeMed) is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication with patients of all ages.

Responsibilities

• Warm welcome and check-in for arriving patients; manage intake paperwork and guide patients through visits.
• Answer multi-line phones, assist with scheduling eye exams, and respond to inquiries promptly.
• Verify vision and medical insurance coverage and submit claims.
• Assist with optical administrative tasks: notify patients of orders, collect co-pays, and process check-outs.
• Maintain accurate EMR and coordinate daily patient flow with technicians and doctor.

Skills

1–3 years front desk

Vision insurance portals

Clear communication

Schedule reliability

Tools

EMR software

Job description

• Job Type: Full-Time (3 to 4 days per week)
• Schedule: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
• Pay Rate: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour (DOE)

Be the Friendly Face of Bluetree Eyecare!

Are you passionate about patient care, organized, and excited to help patients see their best? Bluetree Eyecare in Sparks, NV, is on the lookout for a dependable, patient-focused Front Desk Associate to join our friendly, professional optical team! If you're a multitasker with a heart for customer service and a knack for optics, we want to meet you!

Why You’ll Love Bluetree Eyecare

At Bluetree Eyecare, our patients are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that exceptional eye care goes beyond clear vision—it’s about taking the time to listen, answer every question, and ensure every patient feels truly heard, supported, and cared for. Our friendly team is dedicated to walking families step-by-step through their visits so they fully understand their eye health and feel confident in their choices. From taking extra care during comprehensive exams to helping patients find designer frames that make them feel great, quality patient care is our hallmark.

By joining our clinical team, you will provide essential support to our dedicated optometrist:

• Dr. Corom Eisley, OD: Originally from Nampa, Idaho, Dr. Eisley graduated with honors from Boise State University (B.S. in Psychology) and earned his Doctorate with honors from the Midwestern University Arizona College of Optometry. He then completed an intensive 1-year residency in primary care and ocular disease at the VA Outpatient Clinic in Sierra Vista, AZ, serving our nation's veterans. Dr. Eisley and his family moved to Sparks in 2019 and love being an active part of this wonderful community!

What You’ll Do Every Day (Responsibilities)

• Warm Welcome & Check-In: Greet arriving patients with warmth and professionalism, manage intake paperwork, and walk them through their visit step-by-step.
• Scheduling & Call Management: Answer multi-line phones, assist with scheduling eye exams, and respond to patient inquiries promptly.
• Insurance Verification & Billing: Verify vision and medical insurance coverage (VSP, EyeMed, etc.) and submit claim authorizations cleanly.
• Optical Administrative Support: Notify patients when frame or contact lens orders arrive, collect co-pays/frame balances, and process check-outs.
• Patient Records Management: Maintain accurate electronic medical records (EMR) and coordinate daily patient flow with our Optometry Technicians and Doctor.

What We're Looking For (Qualifications)

• Experience: 1–3 years of front desk or customer service experience (prior optometry, optical, or medical front office experience is preferred!).
• Insurance & Tech Literacy: Familiarity with vision insurance portals (VSP, EyeMed) and practice management/EMR software is a strong plus.
• Communication Skills: Clear, professional verbal and written communication with a natural ability to connect with patients of all ages.
• Schedule Reliability: Ability to work consistent shifts from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM (3 to 4 days per week).
• Safety & Compliance: This position is safety-sensitive; successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen is required. We follow all guidelines to keep our team and patients safe.

Perks & Benefits That Support Your Life

• Competitive Pay: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour (commensurate with experience).
• Work/Life Balance: Consistent 3 to 4 day schedule supporting full days off during the week.
• Paid Time Off: Earned accrual-based Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Team Discounts: Generous team member discounts on optical services, designer frames, eyewear, and contact lenses.
• Cell Phone Discount Policy: Savings on corporate cell phone plans.
• Support & Recognition: Service and Achievement Recognition Programs plus access to our Team Member Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your household.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for cross-training (such as optometry technician skill-building) and professional advancement!

Ready to Help Us Make a Difference?

This is a safety-sensitive role and requires passing a drug screen. We follow CDC, OSHA, and ADA guidelines to ensure a safe environment.

Bluetree Eyecare is a proud affiliate of Bluetree Dental, an organization dedicated to changing lives and dentistry. With partners across multiple states, Bluetree focuses on pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, and general dentistry.

Bluetree's Mission and Vision:

• Mission: To give people something to smile about, today, and tomorrow.

Core Values That Guide Us:

• Caring: Prioritize the needs of patients, team members, and practices.
• Creative: Foster innovation and explore better ways to enhance dental care.
• Credible: Build trust through experience, education, authenticity, and unwavering commitment.
• Commitment: Stay dedicated to our values, mission, and vision.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, marital or veteran status, medical condition, disability, or any other status protected by law.