What are the responsibilities and job description for the Optometric Assistant/Receptionist position at Blinking owl Eyecare?
Job Description:
We are seeking a bilingual (Spanish/English) Optometric Assistant with excellent people skills and a background in customer service. The ideal candidate will have experience in the field of optometry or optical and possess high standards for time management.
Responsibilities:
- Greet and check-in patients with a friendly and welcoming demeanor
- Schedule and confirm appointments via phone calls and/or email/text
- Maintain patient charts by scanning and faxing documents
- Pre-test patients for eye exams using specialized equipment- NCT, AR, OCT, OPTOS
- Verify insurance benefits and coverage for patients- Eyemed/VSP/SPECTERA
- Handle all administrative tasks including but not limited to data entry, electronic filing, and correspondence
- Ensure the smooth operation of front office procedures
- Collaborate with team members to maintain a positive and efficient work environment
Requirements:
- Fluency in both Spanish and English
- Previous experience in customer service, preferably in optometry or optical
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Benefits:
- Accrued 10 days of PTO after a 3 month probationary period
- One Free Eye Exam a year
- Discounts with Target Optical on Eyeglasses
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Every weekend
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: Multiple locations
Salary : $17