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VisionFirst Eye Care - Middletown

Optometry Assistant/Front Desk

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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.

$38,429 / year median in Kentucky

+26% projected growth

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Optometry Assistant/Front Desk VisionFirst Eye Care - Middletown Louisville, KY Job Details Full-time $16 an hour 10 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee stock ownership plan Life insurance Qualifications Customer communication In-person customer service Full Job Description VisionFirst is an excellent place for you to start or continue your career, as we are an employee-owned company! VisionFirst has been providing the most progressive and professional eye care to families in Central Kentucky and Southern Indiana since 1973, and this is a great opportunity to join a growing Optometry Practice. Experience in a healthcare environment or the optical industry is a plus, but not required. We will provide training to a highly-motivated, detail-oriented candidate who is eager and willing to learn! This is a great opportunity to utilize your professional and customer service skills in the healthcare field. As an Optometric Technician you will assist in providing excellent care and customer service to our patients during their visit. Duties include but are not limited to preparing patients before eye exams by obtaining patient history, chief complaint, medications & allergies. You will also conduct diagnostic tests, record & measure vision, schedule appointments, perform general front desk duties, obtain pre-authorization & perform other general clinical/clerical office duties. Requirements A successful candidate will have the following qualities: Excellent customer service skills Familiar with computers and office equipment Strong attention to detail Able to multi-task and be adaptable to change Eager to learn new skills Experience as a Medical Assistant or a similar role in a healthcare environment is a plus, but not required
Benefits Include:
Generous paid time off including up to 3 weeks of PTO in the first year, 6 paid holidays, and 1 floating holiday per year Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) and 401k Medical Insurance, including up to a $500 employer contribution to your HSA Dental Insurance Company-paid life insurance, with supplemental insurance available Long-term and short-term disability insurance Free eye exam and glasses