Optical Assistant: Frame Fitting, Lab & Patient Care

Riverside Medical Group - Peninsula - Physician Specialists; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Medical Group - Peninsula - Physician Specialists is seeking an Optical Associate in Hampton, VA. The role involves designing, fitting, and adapting lenses and frames for patients based on prescriptions and measurements, and coordinating frames with facial and eye data.

The position requires handling lens mounting, verifying accuracy, and assisting with insurance claims, copays, and payments. Strong attention to detail and customer service are essential in this on-site role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1-3 years Optical Retail experience preferred.
• Experience with Medicare claims and insurance processing.

Responsibilities

• Designs, fits, and adapts lenses, frames and/or contact lenses according to prescriptions.
• Prepares lab orders and mounts lenses in frames with precision.
• Verifies finished lenses for exactness and proper frame fit.
• Manages inventory, processes insurance claims, and handles simple bookkeeping.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Optical lab equipment

Job description

Riverside Medical Group - Peninsula - Physician Specialists is seeking an Optical Associate in Hampton, VA. The role involves designing, fitting, and adapting lenses and frames for patients based on prescriptions and measurements, and coordinating frames with facial and eye data.

The position requires handling lens mounting, verifying accuracy, and assisting with insurance claims, copays, and payments. Strong attention to detail and customer service are essential in this on-site role.