What are the responsibilities and job description for the Optometrist Assitant/ Optician position at Kiowa Eye Care Center?
About us
Kiowa Eye Care Center is a small business in Fort Morgan, CO. We are professional, agile, professional and our goal is to provide quality eye care and products to our patients in order to help them achieve their best vision possible!.
**Job Overview:**
We are seeking an optometric assistant to join our team and provide exceptional eye care services to our patients. The ideal candidate will initially learn front desk skills and then be trained to work in the optical area, helping patients with glasses and contact lenses. The candidate should have a passion for helping people and a commitment to delivering high-quality care.
**Duties:**
-Answer phone calls, make appointments for patients and answer patient questions
- Accurately enter charges on patient accounts, apply charges to insurance and collect payments
- Assist patients with selecting eyeglasses that compliment the patient's appearance and provide the best vision possible.
**Skills:**
- Proficiency in medical terminology related to optometry
- Experience in medical offices is a plus
- Familiarity with medical billing procedures
- Ability to assist at the front desk when needed
Join our team of dedicated professionals and contribute to improving the vision health of our community.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $37,000.00 - $42,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Uniform allowance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Experience:
- health care: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Fort Morgan, CO 80701 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Fort Morgan, CO 80701: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $37,000 - $42,000