Optometric Technician-The Woodlands

Houston Eye Associates; The Woodlands (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

Medical

Dental

401(k)

Life Insurance & LTD

Eye Care Benefits & Discounts

Job summary

Houston Eye Associates in The Woodlands, TX seeks an Optometric Assistant to support patient care during eye exams. You will perform preliminary screenings, assist the optometrist, and help manage patient records with HIPAA compliance.

The role requires strong communication, attention to detail and the ability to work on a schedule. Benefits include continuing education opportunities, paid time off, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year optometry experience preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary evaluation of patients prior to exam by the OD.
• Conduct patient interviews before visits to identify medical issues.
• Support the Optometrist to deliver timely and courteous care.
• Maintain patient records in compliance with company policies and HIPAA.
• Respond to patient inquiries about medications and treatments.
• Assist with contact lens fitting and orders.
• Greet patients and direct them upon entry.
• Prepare and restock exam rooms; maintain cleanliness.
• Verify insurance for visits and appointment times.
• Explain insurance benefits to patients as needed.
• Schedule follow-up appointments and manage scheduling.

Skills

Patient care

HIPAA compliance

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Details: Job Location: Woodlands - The Woodlands, TX 77380, Position Type: Full Time, Travel Percentage: None, Job Category: Health Care, LOCATION: 1699 Research Forest Drive, Suite 150 The Woodlands, TX 77380

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
• EXPERIENCE 1 year of optometry experience preferred.