Optometric Medical Assistant

ODOMS EYE CARE PLLC; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

ODOMS EYE CARE PLLC in Mississippi is seeking a full-time Optometric Medical Assistant to support doctors in patient care and clinic operations.

Responsibilities include interviewing patients, updating records, scheduling referrals, coding claims, entering data into EMR, assisting during exams, and preparing treatment rooms. The role requires strong communication and multitasking in a fast-paced optometry office.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Experience as medical assistant preferred.
• Knowledge of medical office procedures.
• Ability to manage time and multitask.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Self-starter with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients and document basic medical history.
• Update medical records.
• Schedule referral appointments.
• Code insurance claims.
• Input data into electronic medical records.
• Erx medications to pharmacies.
• Assist during medical examinations.
• Produce and distribute correspondence memos, letters, faxes and forms.
• Perform diagnostic and imaging tests.
• Prepare and clean treatment rooms and medical instruments.
• Train and assist patients with contact lens orders.

Skills

Medical assistant experience

Medical office procedures

Time management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Revolution EHR

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Revolution EHR

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Job Details:

• Job title: Optometric Medical Assistant
• Reports to: Clinic Manager

Job purpose:

Our growing and thriving Optometry office is looking for a full-time Medical Assistant to assist doctors with patient care.

Duties and responsibilities:

Medical Assistant - Optometric

• As a Medical Assistant, you will be responsible for providing support to the clinical operation of the optometry office.
• You will support doctors and patients through a variety of tasks related to patient care management, organization and communication.
• The target is to complete all activities accurately, with high quality and in a timely manner.

Responsibilities:

• Interview patients and document basic medical history.
• Update medical records.
• Schedule referral appointments.
• Code insurance claims.
• Input data into electronic medical records.
• Erx medications to pharmacies.
• Assist during medical examinations.
• Produce and distribute correspondence memos, letters, faxes and forms.
• Perform diagnostic and imaging test.
• Prepare and clean treatment rooms and medical instruments.
• Train and assist patients with contact lens orders.

Skills:

• Proven working experience as a medical assistant
• Knowledge of medical office procedures.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
• Social perceptiveness and service-oriented.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Proficiency in Revolution or other patient management software.

Qualifications include:

• High school diploma.
• General knowledge of computers.
• Must be a self-starter and able to work under minimal supervision.
• Experience in medical assisting is a plus.

Working conditions:

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Physical requirements:

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.

Direct reports: None