Optical Assistant

We have an immediate opening for a Full-time position for an Optical Assistant!

Are you looking for an amazing opportunity in the rewarding field of eye care? Would you like to help people see better and make a positive impact in someone’s life every day?

Why work here?

We have great hours with no weekends, interesting patient encounters, fun diagnostic equipment, and a culture of constantly learning and pushing the boundaries of specialty care in optometry.

Why is this more than a job?

At Frisco In Focus, we’re changing the way people see and ultimately changing people’s lives. If you want a where you can directly impact the well-being of your community, this is it!

We want to invest in someone who is willing to make this a career, not a job. Please do not apply if you are looking for a temporary or summer position.

Responsibilities

Frisco In Focus is a private optometry practice seeking a professional and dedicated Optometric Technician to join our team. The primary function of this role is to ensure the efficient and effective daily flow of patients, by assisting with optometric pretesting and frame-styling in the optical.

Your basic optometric and optical assistant duties will include:

· Greeting patients and explaining procedures to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.

· Spending time (approximately 10-15 minutes) with each patient before the doctor enters, guiding patients through the pretesting equipment, collecting patient history and chief complaint and accurately entering that data into the electronic health record software.

· Performing testing such as corneal topography, autorefractor/autokeratometer, computerized tear break up time, Maestro anterior/posterior segment photography and macular and optic nerve head OCTs, and peripheral visual fields via a virtual reality visual field analyzer

· Inputting patient information and exam findings into our Revolution EHR software to facilitate accurate record-keeping and scribing for the doctor during the exam if needed.

· Measuring the prescription in the patient’s current glasses using an automated lensometer.

· Instructing patients on contact lens insertion & removal and lens care guidelines.

· Filing insurance for exams and contact lens visits on your doctor's schedule

· Pulling medical and vision insurance benefits for scheduled patients two days before patient encounter; properly determining copays, coinsurance, and deductibles at time of services; and collecting payment as needed

· Maintaining cleanliness of test equipment and exam rooms.

· Performing opening and closing duties related to the exam lanes and office.

· Representing our practice in a professional, caring, and welcoming manner

· Frame-styling patients after their exam to help them pick SPEC-tacular eyewear and taking basic measurements needed to fill the glasses Rx--a great opportunity to grow in your OPTICAL skills

· That’s a lot of VARIETY during your day…fun!

Experience Preferred but will train a motivated person:

Prior experience as an optometric or optical technician is a plus. Starting pay is based on your experience and proficiency with our current technologies and health record system. For those who possess a great attitude, a helpful heart, and a love of learning, we will be happy to speak with you!

· Happy, energetic, and customer-service oriented personality

· Reliable and punctual

· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

· Detail-oriented

· Experience with electronic medical records

· Experience with vision or medical insurance

· Knack for multi-tasking

· Ability to maintain composure and politeness at all times while dealing with patients and willingness to interact as part of a team

Employee Benefits:

· Weekdays only

· Paid PTO and holidays after 90 days

· Simple IRA with 3% employer match after 1 year of employment

· Basic health benefit for you (if working 32 hours/week) available after 90 days

· Professional development courses

· Free eye exams for you and discounts for immediate family members

About Us

Frisco In Focus is a privately owned eye care practice in east Frisco that serves Frisco, Plano, McKinney, and other surrounding communities. If you’re looking to join a team that feels like a family, where your efforts will always be appreciated and where you will be valued for the amazing person you are, apply now!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 38 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• No weekends

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18