OPTICIAN (Part-Time, Per Diem)

CHINATOWN SERVICE CENTER; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

CHINATOWN SERVICE CENTER in Los Angeles, CA is seeking an Optician/Optometric Technician to support both administrative and clinical tasks in the center's Optometry Office. You will assist optometrists with diagnostic tests, patient education, frame selection, and eye care services.

The role requires 1+ years in optometry/optical dispensing, with knowledge of vision insurances and billing. Proficiency in health information systems and a customer-friendly approach are valued.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in Optometry/eyewear dispensing and front office is preferred, not required.
• Knowledge of vision insurances, claims, lab orders and billing.
• Computer literacy in health information systems.
• Dispensing skills and knowledge of eyewear products.
• Contact lens dispensing and training knowledge.
• Ability to multi-task and cooperate with team.
• Willing to learn new patient care tech and eye care trends.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Bilingual in Chinese Cantonese or Mandarin is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintains records, filing, and scheduling in the Optometry Office.
• Maintaining instruments and equipment.
• Obtains and records patient history.
• Prepares patient for vision examination and testing for acuity, depth, color, and visual field.
• Instructs patients in care of glasses or contacts.
• Assists patient in frame selection.
• Adjusts and repairs glasses.
• Maintains inventory and cleans instruments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Optometry experience

Front office experience

Vision insurance knowledge

Computer literacy

Dispensing skills

Contact lens training

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Bilingual (Cantonese/Mandarin)

Job description

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Casual Los Angeles, CA, US

13 days ago Requisition ID: 1252

Salary Range: $24.50 To $33.00 Hourly

Job purpose

The Optician/Optometric Technician is responsible for both administrative and clinical duties in the Optometry Office of the center. Optician/Optometric Technician helps optometrists by conducting diagnostic tests, recording and measuring vision, testing eye function, instructing patients in inserting and caring for contact lenses, preparing examination rooms, cleaning and arranging equipment, answering phones, making appointments, handling bookkeeping and other tasks as needed.

Duties and responsibilities

• Maintains records, filing, schedules appointments, opening and closing of the center’s Optometry Office.
• Maintaining instruments and equipment.
• Obtains and records patient's preliminary case history.
• Prepares patient for vision examination; assists in testing for near and far acuity, depth perception, color perception, and visual field.
• Instructs patient in care and use of glasses or contact lenses.
• Assists patient in frame selection.
• Adjusts and repairs glasses.
• Maintains inventory of materials and cleans instruments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 1 or more years’ experience in Optometry/optical dispensing and front office - preferred, not required.
• Knowledge of vision insurances, VSP, etc. processing patient files, claims, lab orders and billing.
• Computer literacy in any health information systems.
• Dispensing skills, knowledge of frame and lens products, measuring and adjusting of eyewear.
• Contact lens skills, knowledge of contact lens types, dispensing and training.
• Ability to multi-task and cooperate with team members to deliver high quality care.
• Willing to learn and respond to new challenges in patient care, new technology, and keep up with the latest trends in fashion eyewear, optometry, and eye care.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Bilingual in Chinese Cantonese and/or Mandarin is a plus, but not required.

Compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Our center is dedicated to fostering an environment that is inclusive and accessible, welcoming everyone with open arms. We strictly follow the guidelines outlined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which includes a prohibition on discrimination in employment practices and other terms and conditions of employment.

By joining us, you will become part of an organization that cherishes diversity, inclusivity, and equal opportunity. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in our community and positively influence the lives of those we serve.