What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Coordinator – Optometry position at Optical Edge?
About us
Optical Edge is a small eye care business in Houston, TX. We are professional, agile and rewarding.
Our work environment includes:
- Modern office setting
- Growth opportunities
Responsibilities:
- Perform preliminary testing on patients, including visual acuity, color vision, and depth perception
- Assist with patient intake and medical history documentation
- Prepare examination rooms and equipment for optometrist use
- Administer diagnostic tests, such as visual field testing and retinal imaging
- Educate patients on contact lens insertion, removal, and care
- Assist with frame selection and dispensing of eyewear
- Process sales transactions and handle retail sales inquiries
- Maintain accurate and organized medical records using electronic systems (e.g., Crystal)
- Coordinate with insurance companies for medical billing and coding purposes
- Provide exceptional customer service at the front desk
Experience:
- Previous experience in a similar role preferred
- Knowledge of retail math for sales transactions
- Familiarity with medical billing and coding procedures
- Experience working with electronic medical record systems (e.g., Crystal)
- Understanding of optometry is a plus
Join our team of dedicated professionals in providing exceptional eye care to our patients. Apply now! Please make sure you are able and willing to commute to the clear lake area. Must be available most Saturdays.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- No nights
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- What are you looking for in a job?
- Are you available to work most Saturdays?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Front desk: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
- english (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Houston, TX 77062 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Houston, TX 77062: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16