Ophthalmic Assistant

VANCE THOMPSON VISION CLINIC PROF L

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2 Overland Park, KS Job Details Full-time 20 hours ago Benefits Wellness program Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Health insurance authorizations Direct patient care Patient question and concern management Medical documentation Maintaining an organized workspace Pre-examination patient preparation Assisting with diagnostic tests and procedures Visual acuity testing High school diploma or GED Phone customer support Corneal topographers Visual field testing Ophthalmic diagnostic imaging equipment Intraocular pressure (IOP) measurement Stocking Phone triage Managing patient records Entry level Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description Why VTV:

At Vance Thompson Vision, we take pride in being global leaders in vision correction, driven by our commitment to groundbreaking research, innovative technology, and exceptional patient care. With a reputation for setting the standard of excellence in our field, we continue to transform lives through better vision. We believe that exceptional care begins with an exceptional team. Be part of something greater—join us and discover what it means to create a world-class culture while making a meaningful impact. Our core values that provide our foundation: Caring

• We are passionate, empathetic, and sensitive to the needs of our teammates, patients, and everyone we touch. Fun
• We choose a positive attitude every day. We use humor as a way to create a less formal, less stressful and more productive work environment. Committed
• We are accountable and 100% committed to the Success of VTV. We are boundaryless; we are willing to take initiative to delight our customers, motivate fellow teammates and improve financial results. Egalitarian
• We play on a team where everyone is equal, where no task is too small for any member to step up and own inside and outside their functional area. Excellence
• We are committed to doing the extra work to be outstanding in customer service, patient care and team happiness.

Job Opportunity:

Vance Thompson Vision has expanded to the Kansas City Market and we are looking for an Ophthalmic Assistant to join our team!

You Are:

Ready to live out our core values in patient and team member interactions Committed to providing an excellent patient experience Highly organized and able to anticipate patient needs Able to bring a positive attitude everyday A clear communicator, able to multitask and team oriented You Will Make an

Impact By:

Performing patient workups and preliminary tests including visual acuity, patient history, lensometry and other tests in accordance with protocol. Performing various diagnostic tests as directed, but not limited to, keratometry, topography, tonometry, pachymetry and visual fields as indicated. Facilitates efficient patient flow by monitoring schedules, patient medical records, and potential schedule conflicts; resolves and communicates with OD/MD as necessary. Triaging patient phone calls by answering questions and resolving concerns as directed to achieve patient satisfaction. Ensuring the opening, closing, maintenance and stocking of exam lanes and maintaining order work areas. Sending prescriptions to patients' pharmacies as requested by the doctor, and handling prior authorization requests as needed. Participating in regular team meetings and reports team progress to ensure effective team and inter-department communications. Actively participating in ongoing professional self-development to enhance training and skills.

You Have:

A high school diploma or equivalent Previous experience and/or training with completion of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) home study preferred. Previous patient care experience preferred. Investments in

YOU:

Vance Thompson Vision offers a full benefits package and competitive compensation, including: Medical, dental and vision insurance Employer paid benefits: paid time off, retirement savings contributions, life insurance and disability insurance A variety of voluntary benefits for you and your family Shoe allowance for full time staff Education Allowance Wellness Program paired with a Lifestyle Spending Account Vance Thompson Vision is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture for all employees.