Optometric Technician

West Point Optical Group; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local optical practice in Cincinnati is seeking an Optometric Office Technician / Medical Office Administrator to assist the optometrist in both clinical and administrative tasks. Responsibilities include taking patient histories, scheduling appointments, and updating medical records. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 1-2 years retail experience. This full-time position offers opportunities to grow in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide enthusiastic and concise communication.
• Experience with personal computers preferred.
• Valid State Driver’s License and State Minimum Insurance coverage.

Responsibilities

• Taking patient medical histories.
• Preparing patients for examinations.
• Administering tests prior to the eye exam.

Skills

Enthusiastic communication

Adaptability

PC proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

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The below Job Description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this job. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, and is subject to changes and exceptions at the discretion of senior management.

Position details

JOB TITLE: Optometric Office Technician / Medical Office Administrator

REPORTS TO: Store General Manager

FLSA STATUS: Hourly; Non-Exempt

Position purpose

The major responsibility of the Optometric Office Technician is to assist the Managing Optometrist in the technical and administrative operation of an optometric practice. The position will interact with patients/customers by delivering an exceptional patient/customer experience, foster patient/customer retention, and promotes outstanding associate/doctor satisfaction.

Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

• Taking patient medical histories
• Preparing patients for examinations
• Administering tests prior to the eye exam
• Assisting doctors during examinations
• Assist with ordering glasses and contact lens supply

Administrative Job Duties

• Greeting and directing patients
• Answering telephones
• Updating and maintaining Electronic Medical Records
• Obtaining insurance verification and authorization
• Adjust scheduling for priority patients
• Scheduling appointments
• Processing insurance claim forms
• Patient and insurance billing
• Optometric medical billing and coding
• Vision insurance billing and coding
• Accounts receivable and accounts payable
• Bookkeeping
• Selling glasses and contact lens supplies
• The clinical skills can be learned on the job. No experience with clinical skills is necessary to apply.

Travel requirements

• Occasional travel locally, within 15 mile radius.

Qualifications: Experience, Competencies and Education

• Ability to provide enthusiastic and concise communication to meet/exceed customer expectations as well as foster positive and results-oriented associate, doctor and host relationships.
• Ability to manage priorities through adaptability, willingness to take calculated risks, and follow-up.
• Experience with personal computers preferred.
• Valid State Driver’s License and State Minimum Insurance coverage.
• High school diploma or equivalent, or comparable experience typically achieved with a minimum of 1-2 years in a retail setting.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting