Optometric Assistant
$37,440–$56,160 year
On-sitePatchogue, New York, United States
Job Summary
Prepare patients for onsite and remote examinations by administering diagnostic tests, explaining the process, and documenting results in the EMR. Assist doctors with eye exams, triage ocular emergencies, and schedule annual exams while maintaining patient flow and managing exam books. Transition patients to retail associates after exams, instruct them on contact lens care, and pull lens trials as requested. Answer clinical questions via phone, preauthorize insurance, and maintain accurate patient records and equipment standards. Work flexible schedules including travel between locations, utilizing computers and pre-testing instruments in a moderate noise environment.
Required Qualifications
- One (1) year of related experience
- HS diploma, GED or equivalent related job experience
- Medical office/business professionalism
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret insurance forms
- Ability to read English
- Ability to operate and enter data into electronic software platforms efficiently and accurately
- Ability to work flexible schedules to meet changing business demands to include traveling to other locations
- Ability to work changing schedules to meet business demands to include travel between stores
- Work inside store location
- Use computers, electronics tablets, and pre-testing instruments effectively
- Reach above shoulder continuously
- Must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
- Close Vision (clear vision at 20" or less)
- Must comply with the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA)
- Must explicitly adhere to all data security guidelines established within the Company's Privacy & Security Training Program
Desired Qualifications
- Optical or Healthcare background preferred
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