Optometric Assistant/Receptionist Job in Stamford Family Vision Center

Optometric Assistant/receptionist

Stamford, CT, US, United States

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Job Description

Duties:
- Assist optometrist with patient care, including pre-testing and diagnostic procedures
- Perform accurate and efficient data entry using Eyefinity medical record systems
- Handle front desk duties such as scheduling appointments, answering phone calls, and greeting patients
- Maintain and organize medical records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations
- Process medical billing and insurance claims, verifying patient insurance coverage and collecting payments
- Provide retail sales support, including assisting patients with selecting frames and lenses
- Assist with pediatric eye exams, ensuring a comfortable and friendly environment for young patients

Experience:
- Previous experience as an optometric assistant or in a similar role preferred- Familiarity with retail math concepts for sales transactions- Excellent communication and customer service skills Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount
Experience:

Optometry: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:

Spanish (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:

Stamford, CT 06905 (Required)
Job-related location requirement:

Candidates must be within a 25-mile radius.
Work Location: In person