Optometric Technician/Receptionist

Mt. Vernon Eye Clinic prides itself in providing the highest levels of health care to our patients. The ideal candidate for our Full-Time Technician/Receptionist opening would be very patient-focused and possess a caring personality along with a keen eye for detail.

Job Responsibilities:

Clerical duties: answering incoming phone calls, checking-in patients, patient scheduling, checking-out patients, pulling charts, insurance verification, utilizing our EHR system, faxing, copying, etc. Assist physicians to ensure maximum efficiency; perform preliminary patient screening, as well as other testing as necessary Record health history of patients; updated medication list; note abnormal conditions for physician Schedule patients to other specialist offices; obtain appropriate referrals as needed; communicate with other medical offices Instruct patients on proper contact lens hygiene, procedures, insertion/removal, etc. Set up and stock exam rooms for daily use Keep rooms and equipment clean between procedures Prepare patients for exams and diagnostic testing Ensure patient chart entries are made accurately and in a timely manner Keep physician informed of patient's status Demonstrate a working knowledge of optical diagnostic equipment Return phone calls from patients in a timely manner per physician instruction, document appropriately Ability to calibrate and maintain all diagnostic equipment Adhere to Quality Control Guidelines, including all reports Perform other tasks as needed, in assistance of doctors and management

Skills and Qualifications:

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public Ability to maintain quality control standards Ability to recognize problems and recommend solutions Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations Ability to interpret and apply guidelines and procedures Ability to communicate clearly Ability to maintain a very clean and organized work environment Excellent attendance is a must We sincerely appreciate your interest in becoming a member of the Mt. Vernon Eye Clinic team! Please apply through Indeed. No phone calls, please.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person