What are the responsibilities and job description for the Optometric Assistant position at Hollingsworth Family Eye Care?
Job Title: Optometric Assistant
Join our dedicated team and help us create a remarkable eye care experience!
Our small, high-energy optometry practice is looking for an Optometric Assistant to join our close-knit team. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional patient care in a welcoming environment.
About the Role:
We're seeking a vibrant, friendly, and detail-oriented individual with strong empathy and outstanding customer service skills. The ability to connect with patients is essential, as we strive to ensure everyone receives the best possible care and experience in our office.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing phone calls and scheduling appointments efficiently.
- Preparing and organizing patient charts before examinations.
- Conducting comprehensive patient work-ups, including taking detailed medical, ocular, and family health histories.
- Performing preliminary tests on patients using various diagnostic equipment.
- Assisting our doctors with patient care, follow-up correspondence, and referral coordination.
- Managing contact lens inventory, including orders and returns.
- Conducting contact lens insertion and removal training for patients.
- Performing other administrative and clinical tasks as needed to support the team.
Qualifications:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
- A genuine enthusiasm for helping people and providing top-notch customer service.
- Eagerness to learn and grow within the role.
- Preferred (But Not Required): Prior experience in patient care, using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems, and familiarity with medical billing.
What We Offer:
- A supportive and positive work environment.
- Comprehensive on-the-job training – we are happy to invest time in developing the right candidate who shows potential and curiosity.
- Competitive compensation based on your experience level and enthusiasm.
Schedule:
Our clinic is open and busy during the following hours:
- Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Please note: Availability during these hours, including Saturdays, is required for this position).
How to Apply:
Interested candidates, please submit your resume and include a personal cover letter or a brief introductory message. This helps us get to know you better and understand why you're interested in joining our team.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Every weekend
Application Question(s):
- In order to create a work schedule that respects your needs and our office requirements, could you please indicate if there are any days during a typical week (Monday through Saturday) where you would be unable to consistently working from 9AM until 6PM?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- professional office: 1 year (Required)
Location:
- McKinney, TX 75069 (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- McKinney, TX 75069 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $19
