Optical Technician, PT Hamburg

Dr. Snipes & Associates; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dr. Snipes & Associates is seeking an Optical Technician to apply core optometry and medical office skills to deliver excellent patient care and accuracy in intake procedures and testing.

You will leverage HIPAA compliance and EMR proficiency to support efficient clinic operations and medical record management. In this role you will assist with vision tests, help patients with contact lenses, maintain records, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care while

Qualifications

• Experience in patient care and retail sales.
• Familiarity with HIPAA regulations and medical coding.
• Ability to manage medical records using EMR systems.
• Strong background in office experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with vision tests using state-of-the-art instruments.
• Help patients insert and remove contact lenses.
• Maintain accurate patient records and update medical information.
• Provide exceptional customer service and address patient inquiries.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Coordinate with vision and medical insurance to determine patient responsibilities.
• Provide patients with special annual supply pricing.
• Be punctual and a strong team member for shifts.

Skills

Patient care

HIPAA compliance

Communication

Tools

EMR systems

Medical coding

Job description

As an Optical Technician, you will utilize core skills in optometry and medical office knowledge to provide exceptional patient care and support. Your premium skills in patient care and HIPAA compliance will ensure accurate intake procedures, patient testing. Leveraging your relevant skills in EMR systems, retail sales, and medical coding, you will contribute to efficient clinic operations and seamless medical record management. Join our team to deliver top-notch optical services while enhancing the overall patient experience through your expertise and dedication.

Responsibilities

• Assist with vision tests utilizing state of the art instruments.
• Assist patients in learning how to insert and remove contact lenses.
• Maintain accurate patient records and update medical information.
• Provide exceptional customer service and address patient inquiries.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Work with vision and medical insurance to find out the patient\'s responsibility.
• Provide patients with special annual supply pricing.
• Act as a great team member by being on time for shifts ready to work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong background in office experience
• Proficient in medical terminology and anatomy knowledge
• Experience with patient care and retail sales
• Familiarity with HIPAA regulations and medical coding
• Ability to manage medical records and utilize EMR systems