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VisionFirst Eye Care - Jeffersonville

Optometric Assistant

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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What they do

An Ophthalmic Technician makes prescription eyeglasses and contact lenses by cutting and shaping lenses according to individual prescriptions. May make lenses for other optical equipment, such as telescopes or microscopes. Works in medical equipment manufacturing facilities and laboratories, retail stores, or in the offices of optometrists and physicians.

$38,946 / year median in Indiana

+25% projected growth

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Job Description

Optometric Assistant VisionFirst Eye Care - Jeffersonville Jeffersonville, IN Job Details Full-time $16 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee stock ownership plan Life insurance Qualifications Direct patient care Medical procedure preparation Patient rooming Medical procedure assistance Pre-examination patient preparation Intake Medical office experience Greeting customers Assisting with diagnostic tests and procedures Medical diagnostic testing Health record tracking Medical assisting Managing patient records Entry level Full Job Description VisionFirst is a local, employee-owned eye care provider with 18 locations in Kentucky and Indiana. We are more than just an eye care provider; we are part of the community. And we're looking for someone great to join the team. What You'll Do You'll be a key part of our patient experience — greeting people, prepping them for exams, conducting pre-tests, and ensuring that every patient has a great experience. No two days look exactly alike.
Some key job duties include:
Use diagnostic equipment and perform preliminary testing Prepare patients for their eye exams by performing medical history intake Guide patients through their visit with warmth and professionalism Keep patient records accurate and up to date Assist with various in-office procedures that ensure organized and efficient patient flow What We're Looking For Friendly, people-first personality Detail-oriented and organized under pressure Team player who is dependable and takes ownership Prior optometry or medical office experience is a plus, but we'll train the right person Why VisionFirst Is Different We are locally operated, but also employee-owned. That means you'll be a part of a culture where your hard work and dedication to great patient care not only contributes to the success of the practice, but also to your own future. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), our employees grow with the company.
Benefits include:
Generous paid time off including up to three weeks of PTO and paid holidays ESOP and 401k Medical insurance, including employer HSA contributions Dental insurance Company-paid life insurance with supplemental insurance available Free eye exam and glasses