optical assistant

Tooele Vision Center

<p>We are looking for someone to help part-time (2-3 days week) in our busy optometry office. It would be primarily in our optical helping people pick out frames and order glasses. It includes some answering the phone, scheduling patients, and insurance verification. We need someone that is excited to work with people, loves to help others and cares about giving a 1st class experience. Having a 'eye' for style, and ability to listen to needs is critical. This is a perfect job for someone to work in a local medical/optometry office and be a part of a fun team making a difference in our community. Optical experience is not required but encouraged.</p><p>Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Employee discount</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Parental leave</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Schedule:</p><ul><li>Monday to Friday</li></ul><p>Supplemental Pay:</p><ul><li>Bonus pay</li></ul><p>Education:</p><ul><li>High school or equivalent (Preferred)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Optician/Optical Assistant

Texas Family Vision Center LLC

<p><b>Job Overview</b><br/>We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Front Desk Receptionist and Optical Assistant to join our dynamic healthcare team. This pivotal role combines front desk responsibilities with optical patient support, ensuring a smooth, welcoming experience for every visitor. You will be the first point of contact for patients and visitors, managing appointments, answering phones, and assisting with optical services. Your enthusiasm and professionalism will help foster a positive environment while supporting clinical operations.</p><p><b>Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Greet patients and visitors warmly, creating a friendly and professional atmosphere at the front desk</li><li>Schedule appointments efficiently using electronic medical record (EMR) systems such as Maximeyes and Weave platform</li><li>Verify patient insurance information in compliance with HIPAA regulations</li><li>Manage patient check-in and check-out procedures, ensuring accurate collection of payment at time of service</li><li>Assist with optical services including frame selection, lens measurements, and basic optical adjustments</li></ul><p><b>Requirements</b></p><ul><li>Prior experience in optometry office or clinic setting is highly desirable, especially familiarity with Maximeyes our EMR</li><li>Experience with optical services including optical experience or retail sales in eyewear is a plus but not required. We offer on the job training for the right candidate</li><li>Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks such as scheduling, billing, and record keeping</li><li>Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with patients of all ages, including pediatrics and senior care populations</li><li>Basic understanding of medical coding practices for billing purposes is a plus</li></ul><p>This role is ideal for motivated individuals who not only want to help at the front desk as a receptionist, but learn how to help in the optical. Join us to make a meaningful difference in patients&rsquo; lives through efficient service and compassionate care!</p><p>Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Employee discount</li><li>Professional development assistance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Front Desk Receptionist and Optical Assistant

Focus On Eyes

<p><b>Job Description: Optical/Clinical Assistant</b></p><p>This role typically blends administrative support with preliminary clinical testing.</p><ul><li><b>Summary</b>: We are seeking a friendly, detail-oriented individual to join our team. You will be a primary point of contact for patients, assisting with both front-office duties and basic clinical pre-testing.</li><li><b>Key Responsibilities</b>:</li><li><b>Patient Intake</b>: Greet patients, answer phones, schedule appointments, and verify insurance coverage.</li><li><b>Clinical Support</b>: Perform preliminary eye tests (e.g., visual acuity, &quot;air puff&quot; pressure tests, and retinal imaging).</li><li><b>Optical Sales</b>: Assist patients with frame selection and educate them on lens types and contact lens care.</li><li><b>Administration</b>: Maintain accurate electronic medical records (EMR), handle billing/coding tasks, and manage frame inventory.</li><li><b>Qualifications</b>:</li></ul><p>High school diploma or GED.</p><p>Strong interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor.</p><p>Basic computer literacy; experience with EMR systems like Crystal PM is a plus.</p><p><i>Optional</i>: Certified Optometric Assistant (COA) or Technician (COT) status.</p><p>Pay: $15.00 - $25.00 per hour</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Optical/Clinical Assistant

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

<div>Pay Range:$25.00 - $30.04 This position supports eye care services to patients of all ages. This position requires/develops skills as an optometry assistant including optical and imaging duties through on-the-job and self-training modules. Customer service, attention to detail, clear communication and timely documentation are essential for this position.
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This is a career ladder position with four levels designed to provide progressively more technical and independent work experiences. Promotion between job levels is based on performance, skill acquisition, required certifications, and the demonstrated ability to successfully handle duties requiring progressively more responsibility.<p></p><p>
SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.</p><p></p><p>
Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it&rsquo;s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.</p><p></p><div><p><b>
Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job (as skills </b><b>acquire)</b></p></div><p></p><div><p>
Optometry Assistant</p></div><div><ul><li><p>
Room and screen patients for the providers, perform optical and point of care lab testing.</p></li><li><p>
Accurately document in a timely manner.</p></li></ul></div><p></p><div><p>
Optical</p></div><div><ul><li><p>
Assist patients with optical orders: optical benefits verification, frame selection, measurements, order entry, payment collection, order verification, dispensing (glasses and contacts) in-person or by mail, adjustments, repairs, and warranty replacements.</p></li><li><p>
Assist with inventory management: ordering, cleaning, returns and frame placement.</p></li><li><p>
Assist with approval and reconciliation of invoices for timely payment.</p></li></ul></div><p></p><div><p>
Imaging</p></div><div><ul><li><p>
Acquires ocular imaging: photos, ocular coherence tomography, visual fields, topography.</p></li><li><p>
Enters images into medical record for provider review.</p></li></ul></div><p></p><div><p>
Administrative Support</p></div><div><ul><li><p>
Assist with triage, tracking and scheduling of referred, recalled or diabetic patients.</p></li><li><p>
Assist with phones, directing/answering patient questions and paperwork.</p></li><li><p>
Work with Referral Care Coordinators, providers and/or clinics to facilitate patient referrals.</p></li><li><p>
Order and maintain office and medical supplies.</p></li></ul></div><p></p><div><p>
Other Functions</p></div><div><ul><li><p>
Always maintain patient confidentiality.</p></li><li><p>
Work collaboratively to meet the needs of the patients and organizational goals.</p></li><li><p>
Other duties as assigned.</p></li></ul></div><p></p><p><b>
Additional Details:</b></p><p></p><p><b>
Education</b><b>, Certifications, and Licenses Required</b></p><div><div><ul><li><p>
High School Diploma or GED</p></li><li><p>
BLS at hire or must obtain within 3 months of hire</p></li><li><p>
Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years</p></li></ul></div><div><p><b><br>
Experience </b><b>Required</b></p></div></div><div><div><ul><li><p>
One year of medical office experience preferred.</p></li></ul></div></div><p></p><div><p><b>
Knowledge of</b></p></div><div><ul><li><p>
Knowledge of medical and ophthalmic terminology.</p></li><li><p>
Knowledge and demonstrated use of customer service principles.</p></li><li><p>
Knowledge and demonstrated use of safety and infection control principles.</p></li></ul></div><p></p><div><p><b><br>
Skills i</b><b>n</b></p></div><div><ul><li><p>
Customer service, time management and organization.</p></li><li><p>
Computer use with a high degree of accuracy and detail orientation.</p></li><li><p>
Verbal and written communication.</p></li></ul></div><p></p><div><p><b><br>
Ability to</b></p></div><div><ul><li><p>
Ability to multi-task and work independently in fast paced environment.</p></li><li><p>
Ability to learn and maintain optometry assistant competencies.</p></li><li><p>
Ability to problem-solve and use conflict resolution skills to develop and maintain good working relations with other staff and departments.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Travel Required</b></p><ul><li>
Required to accompany optometrist on field trips, 3-6 weeks per year.</li></ul><p></p><div><p><b>
Other Qualifications</b></p></div><div><ul><li>
Fine detail manual dexterity with precision for eyeglass repairs.</li></ul></div></div><p></p><p><b>
Position Information:</b></p><p></p>
Work Shift:OT 8/40<p></p><p><i>
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!</i></p></div>

Optometric Assistant I

Private Optometrist in Sugar Land Texas

<p>Private Optometry office in Sugar Land, TX has an opening for a full-time Optician / Doctor's Assistant.</p><p>We are a family-oriented practice looking for a friendly and pleasant individual who loves working with people. Applicants must have good computer and communication skills. Duties include making appointments, optical sales, pre-testing, contact lens dispensing, insurance verification, and general office duties.</p><p>Optical experience is preferred but we will train the right candidate who is motivated and a quick learner.</p><p>Please email your resume.</p><p>Pay: $10.00 - $20.00 per hour</p><p>Education:</p><ul><li>High school or equivalent (Preferred)</li></ul><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>Continuous employment: 1 year (Required)</li><li>Optical: 1 year (Preferred)</li><li>Retail sales: 1 year (Preferred)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Optician / Doctor's Assistant

BIG CITY OPTICAL

<div>Description:
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Big City Optical is a leading firm in the optical industry, recognized for our innovative products and commitment to excellence. We are currently seeking an Assistant Manager to join our team and support the company&rsquo;s mission of providing preeminent eye care in our communities.</p><p>
The Assistant Manager assists the General Manager with developing and managing promotions, ordering merchandise and managing all operational aspects of running the business. In addition to the day-to-day tasks, the assistant manager will hire and train sales associates to work on the floor as well as be adept at organizing and solving problems.</p><p>
Assistant Manager Duties and Responsibilities</p><ul><li>
Assist the general manager in organizing, planning, and implementing strategies to drive growth and efficiency of the store operations.</li><li>
Coordinate operations and ensure schedules are received to meet staff coverage objectives.</li><li>
Supervise and motivate staff to meet and exceed store goals.</li><li>
Monitor retail operating costs, budgets, and resources.</li><li>
Support the recruitment process for open roles in the store and assist with training &amp; development.</li><li>
Ensure staff are well versed in Big City Optical&rsquo;s value proposition and are comfortable communicating and evangelizing it with clients.</li><li>
Communicate with clients and evaluate their needs and specifications.</li><li>
Proactively listen to clients and look for opportunities to exceed their expectations.</li><li>
Assist clients with frame selection.</li><li>
Educate on lens options.</li><li>
Ensure the store operations adhere to the company&rsquo;s policies and guidelines.</li><li>
Participate in off hours inventory count work as needed.</li><li>
Create reports, analyze, and interpret retail data to assist the General Manager with District Reporting</li><li>
Process payments and maintain order and patient care systems as required.</li><li>
Additional responsibilities as assigned to support the overall success of the store.</li></ul>
Requirements:
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Assistant Manager Requirements and Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>
High School diploma or equivalent experience</li><li>
Experience in retail service or sales</li><li>
Excellent customer service</li><li>
 Proficiency in office productivity technologies (Microsoft, G-Suite etc.) and the ability to learn and use new technologies for day-today patient and business transactions.</li><li>
Ability to effectively train and motivate sales associates.</li><li>
Excellent organizational, collaboration, problem-solving, project management and communication skills</li><li>
Ability to stay on top of industry trends.</li><li>
Adhere to company policies on attendance, dress code and workplace safety.
</li><li>Reliable transportation and willingness to travel up to 10 miles to support coverage at other locations as needed.</li><li>
Experience working in an optical dispensary. (required)</li><li>
Multilingual Preferred not required - fluent in English and Spanish</li><li>
ABO Certification is a plus</li></ul><p><b>
Work Environment:</b></p><p>
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p><p><b>
Physical Demands:</b></p><p>
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p><p>
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, climb-up or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus.</p><p>
Pay: $22-25 per hour</p><p><b>
Benefits:</b></p><ul><li>
Incentive Plan Participation</li><li>
Company subsidized Medical Insurance</li><li>
Company subsidized Dental insurance</li><li>
Company paid Short Term Disability insurance</li><li>
401(k) with 10% match</li><li>
Paid time off</li><li>
Employee discount plan</li></ul></div>

Assistant Manager (Glenview/Wilmette, IL)

Premier Medical Resources

<div><div><b>Crystal Eyecare </b>is looking for a <b>Front Desk Optometric Assistant</b> to join our team in <b>Cypress, Texas 77429!</b></div>
<div></div><div><b>SUMMARY:</b> The Front Desk Optometric Assistant serves as the first point of contact for patients, providing exceptional customer service and administrative support to ensure the smooth operation of the optometry office. This role handles patient scheduling, check-in and check-out, insurance verification, and assists with basic optical tasks as needed. The ideal candidate is organized, personable, and thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment.</div>
<div></div><div><b>SCHEDULE:
</b></div><ul><li>Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9 am &ndash; 5:30 pm</li>
<li>Tuesday and Thursday: 10 am &ndash; 6 pm</li>
</ul><div><b>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:</b></div>
<ul><li>Ensure high-quality patient care.</li>
<li>Greet patients, answer phones, and schedule patient appointments.</li>
<li>Assist optometrists during eye examinations and procedures.</li>
<li>Perform patient intake and document medical histories.</li>
<li>Conduct preliminary tests such as visual acuity and tonometry.</li>
<li>Manage patient records in compliance with HIPAA regulations.</li>
<li>Educate patients on contact lens options and proper usage.</li>
<li>Maintain a clean and organized clinical environment.</li>
<li>Collaborate with the optical team to ensure seamless patient care.</li>
<li>Stay updated on the latest advancements in optometry.</li>
<li>Ensure proper payments by collecting copays, deductibles, and other patient responsibility accounts receivables.</li>
</ul><div><b>EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
</b></div><ul><li>High School diploma or GED</li>
<li>Experience within the optometry field preferred</li>
<li>Experience with HIPAA requirements and in patient care preferred</li>
</ul><div><b>BENEFITS:
</b></div><ul><li>401 (K)</li>
<li>401 (K) Matching</li>
<li>Employee Discount</li>
<li>Health Insurance</li>
<li>Paid Time Off</li>
<li>Professional Development Assistance</li>
<li>Retirement Plan</li>
<li>Vision Insurance</li>
</ul>
<div></div><div><b>Crystal Eyecare</b> is dedicated to providing exceptional eye care services in the healthcare industry. We focus on comprehensive eye exams and medical eyecare, ensuring that patients of all ages receive the best possible treatment.</div></div>

Front Desk Optometric Assistant

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