Optometric Technician / Medical Assistant

About us Covina Hills Optometric Group is a woman-owned small business in Covina, CA 91724. We are challenging, fast-paced, customer-centric and our goal is to create memorable experiences for our patients while maintaining a team-oriented and positive work environment..

Our work environment includes:

On-the-job training Lively atmosphere Under guidance of the optometrist, the technician will perform activities including but not limited to: Computer experience and Microsoft suite knowledge (or something comparable) is a requirement. Answer phone calls, greeting patients and organized record retention is a requirement. Fax, email and/or process incoming and outgoing provider referrals, medical letters, and other medical correspondence in relation to patient-related needs directed by the applicable Optometrist. Schedule patient examinations and monitor patient flow throughout the office, properly communicating delays. Perform pre-examination tests on all patients before they see the optometrist, including the administration of diagnostic tests, auto-refraction, NCT, automated visual field screenings, Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), topography, and visual acuity. Communicating with patients, doctor, and staff respectfully and efficiently. Educate patients on their medical/vision insurance coverage and benefits. Dispense contact lenses and train patients on proper contact lens use and care. Obtain insurance authorizations and verification of benefit and maintain patient records. Process and submit medical claims/billing for a variety of vision and medical insurances. Perform financial transactions and accurately post charges for exam fees, co-pays, and products sold. Learn and understand ocular terminology and diseases. Keep office documentation organized and ensure equipment and office is properly maintained. Other medical-office related tasks.

Qualifications:

Kind, friendly, professional and have outstanding verbal and written communication skills to provide high quality customer service/ patient care. Dependable, punctual, hard-working, and organized to support a busy patient schedule. Strong multi-tasking and time management skills. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Strong problem-solving skills. Ability to do basic math. Team player with good interpersonal and listening skills. Goal oriented with a passion for self-improvement and continuing education on optometric tasks, equipment, and procedures.

Supplemental Pay:

Base Rate with

Potential Overtime Schedule:

6-8 hour shift

COVID-19

considerations: We follow CDC guidelines.

Education:

Associate Degree or Higher Bilingual (Spanish preferred, Chinese a plus)

Experience:

Experience preferred, but not required. I am willing to train the right candidate Previous experience as an Optometric Technician is preferred, but not required Previous experience with electronic medical records preferred, but not required 1+ years' experience in optical/optometry/medical industry preferred, but not required' '

Work Remotely No Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$17.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Employee discount Paid time off Application Question(s): What days are you unavailable for work? [

REQUIRED

] Why did you apply for the position? Do you have moderate experience with Microsoft Suite applications?

Word, Excel, Outlook Work Location:

In person