Receptionist

Premier Eye Associates; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Employee discounts on eyewear

Job summary

Premier Eye Associates is seeking a Medical Receptionist to join our growing private eye care practice. You will welcome patients, check in/out, answer phones, and manage appointments with compassionate, organized service.

No prior medical office experience is required—on-the-job training is provided. The role offers a Monday–Friday full-time schedule, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to grow within the healthcare field.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills preferred.
• Dependable, organized, and detail-oriented; able to interact with patients throughout the day.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and create a friendly, positive first impression
• Check patients in and out efficiently and accurately
• Answer phones and assist patients with questions
• Schedule and manage patient appointments
• Verify insurance benefits and assist with patient information
• Complete paperwork and support general front-office operations
• Help educate patients about routine and medical eye care
• Provide attentive, compassionate service throughout the patient experience

Skills

Strong communication

Dependable

Organized

Detail-oriented

Patient interaction

Willingness to learn

Team-oriented

Career growth

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Medical Receptionist | Join Our Growing Eye Care Team

Are you looking for more than just another job? Do you enjoy helping people, staying organized, and being part of a positive team? Premier Eye Associates is looking for a friendly, compassionate, and dependable Medical Receptionist to join our growing private eye care practice.

We are a family-focused, high-performing practice providing advanced primary and medical eye care with a personal touch. We believe exceptional patient care starts with an exceptional team, and we are committed to creating a supportive, enjoyable workplace where employees can learn, grow, and build long-term careers in healthcare.

What You'll Do

• Welcome patients and create a friendly, positive first impression
• Check patients in and out efficiently and accurately
• Answer phones and assist patients with questions
• Schedule and manage patient appointments
• Verify insurance benefits and assist with patient information
• Complete paperwork and support general front-office operations
• Help educate patients about routine and medical eye care
• Provide attentive, compassionate service throughout the patient experience

No medical office experience? That's okay. We provide comprehensive on-the-job training and are looking for the right person with the attitude, dependability, and desire to learn.

What You'll Love Working Here

Supportive, Growth-Oriented Culture

We invest in our team and want our employees to succeed both personally and professionally.

Monday-Friday Schedule

Enjoy a consistent full-time schedule with no evenings or weekends.

Comprehensive Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, including New Year's Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas
• Employee discounts on eyewear and services
• On-the-job training

Opportunity for Advancement

Develop valuable healthcare skills and have opportunities to take on additional responsibilities and leadership roles as you grow.

Positive, Professional Environment

Join a team that values compassion, organization, teamwork, excellent service, and creating a workplace people enjoy being part of.

About Premier Eye Associates

Premier Eye Associates is a growing, privately owned eye care practice focused on providing high-quality primary and medical eye care in a welcoming, patient-centered environment.

Our team provides primary eye care, medical therapeutics, contact lens services, pre- and post-operative care, and eyewear services while utilizing advanced technology and personalized care.

We are committed not only to taking excellent care of our patients, but also to building a workplace where talented people can develop meaningful, long-term careers.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Dependable, organized, and detail-oriented
• Comfortable interacting with patients throughout the day
• Willingness to learn new skills and accept feedback
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
• Interest in growing within the healthcare field
• Desire to build a long-term career with opportunities for advancement
• Previous medical, optometry, customer service, or receptionist experience is helpful, but not required

Position Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Schedule: Monday through Friday
• Shift: 8-hour shifts
• Evenings: None
• Weekends: None

What to Expect After Applying

Qualified applicants will be contacted for an initial interview. Selected candidates will then move forward to an in-person interview with our team. We aim to move quickly and keep candidates informed throughout the process.