What are the responsibilities and job description for the Optometric Assistant (Non-Exempt) position at Mercy?
Full Time, Day Shift
Surgery Center - Springfield
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Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.
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Overview:
The Optometric Assistant helps in preparing the patient to see the ophthalmologist. Responsible for taking ocular, medical, and family history, chief complaint, completes visual acuity, refraction, OCT, visual fields and other testing as necessary. Use knowledge of contact lenses to assist patients in ordering contacts teaching patients how to insert and remove contacts. Proficient with EHR to document pre-test findings, telephone calls, and patient messages. Assist with general office duties such as answering the phone, scheduling appointments, greeting customers, pulling authorizations and filing insurance. Some travel to other offices to cover staffing needs may be necessary. Strong patient service skills and math skills necessary. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy service standards.
Reports to manager in eye care clinic. Coordinates with other coworkers and doctors to ensure superior continuity of care for patients.
Qualifications:
- Education: High school diploma or GED.
- Experience: Entry level position. Will consider on the job training. Must have good patient service, computer and math skills. Preferred to have 1-2 years of optical, optometry, or ophthalmology experience.Other Skills and
- Knowledge: Outstanding patient service skills, Microsoft Office and math skillsPreferred Experience:Preferred to have 1-2 years of optical, optometry, or ophthalmology experience.
We Offer Great Benefits:
Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!
We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.
At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.
What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?
Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.
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