Part-Time Optical Care Consultant

Westside Eye Center; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Match

Employee Vision Discount

HSA/FSA

PTO

Paid Holidays

Job summary

AEG Vision is seeking an Optical Consultant to join our on-site team and support optometrists in patient care and education. You will perform preliminary patient evaluations, document findings, and help coordinate referrals while maintaining HIPAA-compliant records.

The role includes assisting with diagnostic testing, contact lens fittings, and clerical duties to ensure smooth daily operations in a fast-paced practice.

Qualifications

• High School or GED qualification.
• Strong attention to the details and ability to work under pressure in fast paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary evaluations prior to exam (dilation, topicals, diagnostic medications, Optomap, auto reflector, visual acuity).
• Performs verbal interview with patient prior to visit with Optometrist to determine medical issues and reasons for visit.
• May be required to schedule referral appointments and complete paperwork.
• Records and maintains patient records in compliance with HIPAA and state policies.
• Responds to patient inquiries regarding medication and treatment; refers to Optometrist as necessary.
• May perform diagnostic testing using specialty equipment (OCT, Visual Field, Pachymetry, Retinal Camera).
• Documents medical findings and communication between Optometrist and patient in EHR; assist with clerical duties; checks CPT codes and billings.
• Ensures maximum schedule utilization via confirmations and recalls; reschedules no-shows.
• Performs contact lens insertion/removal classes and manages lens inventory/orders.
• End-of-day responsibilities including schedule wrap-up and checklists.
• Cleans and organizes frame boards and displays; maintains office cleanliness.
• May assist as a scribe or perform refractions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Verbal and written communication

Education

High School or GED

Job description

AEG Vision is seeking an Optical Consultant to join our on-site team and support optometrists in patient care and education. You will perform preliminary patient evaluations, document findings, and help coordinate referrals while maintaining HIPAA-compliant records.

The role includes assisting with diagnostic testing, contact lens fittings, and clerical duties to ensure smooth daily operations in a fast-paced practice.