Optometric Assistant - Travel & Mileage Reimbursed

Wolfe Eye Clinic; Cedar Falls (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolfe Eye Clinic in Cedar Falls is seeking an Optometric Assistant to support the optometrist during patient visits and provide comprehensive care. You will perform patient workups, assist with diagnostic testing, document histories in the EMR, and assist with contact lens orders.

Travel to the Waterloo clinic is required to support multiple locations; mileage and time on the road are reimbursed. The ideal candidate has medical office experience, strong communication, and excellent patient

Qualifications

• Experience in a medical office is required.
• Experience with EMR or medical office software preferred.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Excellent time management and communication skills.
• Previous optical or ophthalmic experience preferred but training may be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Optometrist during clinic visits.
• Perform patient workups and diagnostic testing (refraction, retinoscopy, keratometry, OCT, visual fields, and tonometry).
• Document medical and ocular histories in the EMR.
• Order contact lenses and provide patient education.
• Answer and triage calls from patients.
• Sterilize exam rooms and maintain clinic cleanliness.
• Travel to Waterloo clinic when needed; mileage and time on the road are reimbursed.

Skills

Detail oriented

Medical office experience

EMR software

Team player

Time management

Patient service

Communication skills

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Wolfe Eye Clinic in Cedar Falls is seeking an Optometric Assistant to support the optometrist during patient visits and provide comprehensive care. You will perform patient workups, assist with diagnostic testing, document histories in the EMR, and assist with contact lens orders.

Travel to the Waterloo clinic is required to support multiple locations; mileage and time on the road are reimbursed. The ideal candidate has medical office experience, strong communication, and excellent patient