Optometric Technician - MEMORIAL CITY

Houston Eye Associates; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing Education (JCAHPO & ABOC)

Holidays & Paid Time Off

Bereavement Leave

Superior Benefits Package: Medical,-D

Eye Care Benefits & Optical Discounts

Job summary

Houston Eye Associates in Houston, TX seeks an Optometric Assistant to support eye exams, perform preliminary evaluations, and assist the Optometrist in delivering timely patient care. Travel to Gramercy location may be required.

You will greet patients, prepare exam rooms, verify insurance, schedule follow-ups, and maintain accurate HIPAA-compliant records. Prioritizes patient comfort and appointment adherence.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• N/A Certifications

Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary evaluation of patients prior to exam by the OD, such as dilation, topicals, autorefractions, etc.
• Perform verbal interview with patient prior to visit with OD to determine medical issues and reasons for their visit
• Provide support to the Optometrist to care for patients in a timely, effective manner, as closely to appointed schedule as possible
• Assist Optometrist to care for patients in a timely, effective manner, as closely to appointed schedule as possible
• Record and maintain patient records / files in compliance with company, federal, and state policies (HIPAA)
• Respond to patient's telephone inquiries and voicemails regarding medication, treatment, problems referring to the Optometrist as necessary
• Assist with the insertion and removal of contact lenses
• Order soft and hard contact trials for the Optometrist
• Greet and direct all patients as they enter the facility.
• Prepare, clean and maintain exam rooms; restock as needed.
• Schedule follow-up appointments, verifies insurance for patient exam visits and verifies appointment times with patients.
• Provide patient(s) with an explanation of insurance benefits as needed.
• Schedule appointments
• Order and check in on contacts
• Verify and file insurance for contact purchases
• All other duties as assigned

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Description

LOCATION: 915 Gessner Rd, Suite 250 Houston, TX 77024 Some travel to nearby Gramercy location with doctor.

Description

LOCATION: 915 Gessner Rd, Suite 250 Houston, TX 77024 Some travel to nearby Gramercy location with doctor.

Position Summary

Contributes to the organization by assisting with patient care during an eye exam. The Optometric performs basic, advanced and complex procedures in assisting the optometrist; all to be handled accurately, quickly and courteously.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary evaluation of patients prior to exam by the OD, such as dilation, topicals, autorefractions, etc.
• Perform verbal interview with patient prior to visit with OD to determine medical issues and reasons for their visit
• Provides support to the Optometrist to care for patients in a timely, effective manner, as closely to appointed schedule as possible
• Assists Optometrist to care for patients in a timely, effective manner, as closely to appointed schedule as possible
• Records and maintains patient records / files in compliance with company, federal, and state policies (HIPAA)
• Respond to patient's telephone inquiries and voicemails regarding medication, treatment, problems referring to the Optometrist as necessary
• Assist with the insertion and removal of contract lenses
• Orders soft and hard contact trials for the Optometrist
• Greet and direct all patients as they enter the facility.
• Prepare, clean and maintain exam rooms; restock as needed.
• Schedules follow-up appointments, verifies insurance for patient exam visits and verifies appointment times with patients.
• Provide patient(s) with an explanation of insurance benefits as needed.
• Schedule appointments
• Order and check in on contacts
• Verify and file insurance for contact purchases
• All other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

Ability to lift up to 25 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Must be able to push, pull, bend, twist, and reach. Use care and proper judgment when lifting or carrying items ensuring to utilize proper posture and body mechanics. Even though the weight lifted may only be a negligible amount, a job is in this category when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

Classified as having occupational exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens.

Exposure to communicable disease

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no direct reports.

We Proudly Offer

• Continuing Education including JCAHPO & ABOC
• Holidays & Paid Time Off
• Bereavement Leave
• Superior Benefits Package:
• Medical
• Dental
• 401(K)
• Free Life Insurance & LTD
• Eye Care Benefits & Optical Discounts

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/H/V

Qualifications

COMPETENCIES

EDUCATION High School Diploma or GED equivalent

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES N/A