Job Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as an Optician, where you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional eye care services and enhancing patient experiences. In this energetic position, you will assist patients in selecting the perfect eyewear, perform comprehensive optical assessments, and ensure compliance with health regulation policies. Your expertise will help bridge clinical knowledge with retail sales, creating a seamless and positive environment for patients of all ages. This paid position offers opportunities to develop your skills in ophthalmology, medical records management, and retail management while making a meaningful difference in patients' lives.
Duties
- Assist patients in choosing eyewear that fits their prescription, lifestyle, and aesthetic preferences, leveraging retail sales techniques.
- Conduct preliminary eye assessments including vital signs, visual acuity tests, and basic physiology evaluations to support ophthalmology diagnoses.
- Measure and fit corrective lenses accurately using optical equipment and POS (Point of Sale) systems for seamless transactions.
- Maintain detailed medical records using EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems like Epic, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and clinical confidentiality policies.
- Support laboratory processes such as lens edging, frame adjustments, and quality control to ensure optimal optical performance.
- Educate patients on proper eyewear care, contact lens usage, and health regulation policies related to eye care practices.
- Collaborate with optometrists and healthcare providers to ensure adherence to state healthcare regulations and medical billing standards.
Requirements
- Proven experience in retail optometry or optical environments with a strong understanding of optics, anatomy knowledge, and medical terminology.
- Familiarity with ophthalmology procedures, laboratory experience, and clinic experience preferred.
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations, medical coding, medical billing, and clinical confidentiality policies essential for maintaining patient privacy.
- Ability to operate EMR systems such as Epic or similar platforms efficiently; experience with POS systems is a plus.
- Strong communication skills to explain complex medical information clearly to diverse patient populations including pediatrics and senior care clients.
- Basic understanding of vital signs measurement and aseptic technique for maintaining a safe clinical environment.
- Retail management skills including retail math, sales techniques, and familiarity with health regulation policy knowledge are advantageous.
Join us to be part of a vibrant team dedicated to improving vision health through compassionate care and innovative optical solutions!
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
