What are the responsibilities and job description for the Front Desk/Optometric Assistant position at DOUGLAS R. MYERS, OD.,INC?
Private optometry practice is seeking a front desk receptionist and optometric assistant. The ability to handle a busy workload, as well as, phone handling and etiquette are a must. We are a professional, patient centered practice providing quality vision care to our community.
Applicant should be a team player who is organized, friendly, professional, hard-working, and dependable. Excellent patient care skills are necessary. Applicant should be able to easily integrate into a team environment but also complete assignments independently with the willingness to learn new items. This is a full - time position, requiring availability for opening and closing times.
Brief description of duties: Initial primary duties will include scheduling; check in and check out; answering phones and duties associated with new and existing patients; performs eligibility and benefit checks and obtains authorizations from insurance carriers; Responsibilities may eventually include gathering patient medical history, conducting diagnostic testing, helping patients with insertion and removal of contact lenses, sterilizing instruments, explaining insurance benefits to patients.
Qualifications:
High school graduate or equivalent
Experience preferred, but not necessary for the right person
Salary based on experience and knowledge
**Spanish Bilingual a plus!!**
Please respond to this posting with your resume and include:
- Cover Letter
- Work history with reference and pay rate
- Education history
- Contact information
Please do not contact the office nor stop by during business hours. Qualified applicants will be called to set up interview appointment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $20