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Optique was established in 2008 serving Denver’s lower downtown and lower highlands residents. Our specialty lays in Men’s and Women’s luxury designer Eyeglasses, Sunglasses, and state of the art Free-form Ophthalmic lenses. Our eyewear consists of designs and styles from eyewear visionaries and artists – giving our customers a world of shapes, colors, and styles they won’t find anywhere else. Since we all see life through a different kind of lens, our lenses use the most up to date technologies available to find the lens to fit our customer’s lifestyle.
Job Summary: An Optometric Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting optometrists and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations within an optometry practice. They assist with patient care, perform administrative tasks, and help maintain a positive and efficient patient experience.
Key Responsibilities:
1.Patient Reception and Appointment Scheduling:
- Greet patients, answer phone calls, and assist in scheduling appointments.
- Verify patient information and update records accurately.
2.Pre-Exam Procedures:
- Prepare patients for exams by conducting preliminary tests, including measuring visual acuity, color vision, depth perception, and tonometry.
- Record patient medical history and relevant information for the optometrist's review.
3.Assist with Eye Examinations:
- Assist the optometrist during eye examinations by managing equipment, and performing specific tests as instructed.
4.Contact Lens Fitting and Training:
- Assist with contact lens fittings, including providing instructions on lens insertion, removal, cleaning, and care.
- Educate patients on proper contact lens usage and hygiene.
5.Administrative Duties:
- Handle administrative tasks such as filing patient records, billing, and insurance claims.
- Manage patient recalls and follow-up appointments.
6.Maintain Clean and Organized Workspace:
- Ensure all areas within the practice are clean, organized, and presentable to create a positive patient experience.
- Sterilize and maintain equipment and instruments.
7.Patient Education:
- Educate patients on eye health, proper eye care, and any prescribed treatments or recommendations from the optometrist.
8.Customer Service and Communication:
- Provide exceptional customer service, addressing patient inquiries, concerns, and requests in a courteous and professional manner.
- Communicate effectively with patients, colleagues, and external stakeholders.
Schedule:
- Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
Pay Frequency:
- Biweekly
Physical and Mental Requirements:
- Able to alternate between sitting, walking, stooping, and standing for long periods of time up to 8 hours a day.
- Able to use technology including Apple and PC computers.
- Able to communicate with patients in person or over the phone.
- Able to integrate information for decision making.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent; relevant certifications or training in optometry is a plus.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
- Proficiency in using office software and other relevant tools.
- Basic understanding of optometric procedures and equipment.
- Previous experience in a medical or optometry setting is advantageous.
Salary Range:
- $20.00 - $24.00 per hour.
This job description provides an overview of the responsibilities and qualifications for an Optometric Technician position. Actual roles and expectations may vary based on specific organizational needs.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 16 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- Parker, CO 80134: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
