Ophthalmic Assistant

COMPREHENSIVE EYECARE PARTNERS LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(K)

Life insurance

Mileage reimbursement

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Comprehensive EyeCare Partners in Austin, TX is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to support ophthalmologists with eye care services and streamline patient flow.

You will perform specialized eye exam testing, assist with administrative tasks, educate patients on medications, and ensure HIPAA compliance, opening and closing duties, and other assigned tasks.

Qualifications

• One-year experience in a customer facing position preferred.
• Medical related experience preferred.
• Proficient in MS Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Proficient in use of internet.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized eye exam testing while streamlining patient flow.
• Provide phone support with request for prescription refills as authorized by the physician.
• Educate patients regarding administration of medications and pre- and post-operative instructions.
• Adhere to HIPAA guidelines to maintain patient confidentiality and privacy.
• Assist with opening and closing duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

MS Word

MS Outlook

MS Excel

Phone support

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

OCT

Corneal topography

Visual aids

Job description

Comprehensive EyeCare Partners is one of the nation’s largest vision care management service organization. CompEye is focused on providing best-in-class, full-spectrum practice management and administrative services to its affiliated physicians and practices in support of their mission to deliver clinical excellence. Our Mission: Building the nation’s preeminent eye care services company by partnering with world class physicians to drive superior clinical and surgical outcomes, while optimizing the patient experience.Position SummaryAn Ophthalmic Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting ophthalmologists in providing eye care services to patients. They assist with both clinical and administrative tasks, contributing to the efficient operation of the practice.Roles and ResponsibilitiesAbility to perform specialized eye exam testing while streamlining patient flow.Other diagnostic testing such as: Visual Aids, OCT, Corneal topography, etc...Providing phone support with request for prescription refills as authorized by the physician.Educate patients regarding administration of medications and pre- and post-operative instructions as directed by physician.Adhere to legal and regulatory requirements, such as HIPPA guidelines, to maintain patient confidentiality and privacy.Assists with opening and closing duties.Other duties as assigned.Experience RequirementsOne-year experience in a customer facing position preferredMedical related experience preferredProficient in MS Word, Outlook, and ExcelProficient in use of internetEducation RequirementsHigh school diploma or GED preferredPhysical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.BenefitsGenerous Paid Time OffMedical, dental and vision benefitsPaid HolidaysCompany paid life insurance401(K)Paid mileage between practices during work hourOn-going education available including certification reimbursementDiscount Programs Including Vision discounts on products and services