What are the responsibilities and job description for the Eye Clinic Assistant--Training Provided position at Blue River Vision?
Job Description
Private optometric practice in a growing area with an emphasis on creating a culture where patients and team members feel they are part of a family. Hiring a paraoptometric assistant. No experience required. Will be responsible for the selling, fitting, and dispensing glasses and will initially be expected to answering phones, patient scheduling, insurance verification, and other tasks that arise on a day-to-day basis while providing a great interpersonal experience for our patients. Will also learn to do pre-testing for doctor. We are looking for a candidate that has exceptional communication skills, is flexible as the office grows, has the ability to multitask, and most of all the passion to be instrumental in helping to lay the foundation for our growing company.
Candidate requirements:
Private optometric practice in a growing area with an emphasis on creating a culture where patients and team members feel they are part of a family. Hiring a paraoptometric assistant. No experience required. Will be responsible for the selling, fitting, and dispensing glasses and will initially be expected to answering phones, patient scheduling, insurance verification, and other tasks that arise on a day-to-day basis while providing a great interpersonal experience for our patients. Will also learn to do pre-testing for doctor. We are looking for a candidate that has exceptional communication skills, is flexible as the office grows, has the ability to multitask, and most of all the passion to be instrumental in helping to lay the foundation for our growing company.
Candidate requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Great interpersonal and customer service skills
- The availability to work full time including occasional Saturday mornings
- The passion to assist in other tasks that aid in office efficiency and growth of the practice
- Ability to sell premium quality glasses and contact lenses
- Skilled in fitting, adjustment, and dispensing glasses
- To be familiar with our optical inventory and products to provide the most appropriate selections for the patient
- Edge lenses with in-house optical equipment
- Answer phones to schedule patients and answer general questions
- Verify insurances and interpret benefits from a large variety of medical and vision plans
- Have the willingness and flexibility to learn and adapt in a variety of situations
- Must have the desire and investment in the practice to help with promotion and growth