Optometric Assistant Job Town of Smithtown New York USA,Healthcare

Location: Town of Smithtown

Summary

The Clinical Specialist/Optometric Assistant is primarily responsible for helping ensure a great patient experience by preparing the patient for onsite and/or remote examination, completing pre-exam diagnostic tests, and explaining each step of the process. The Clinical Specialist acts as a liaison between our patients and Optometrists and participates in the initial steps of a patient journey.

Pay Class

Part Time

Pay Rate

$18 to $27 per hour

Essential Responsibilities

Completing patient registration, gathering and submitting pertinent patient information including Medical History and Ocular Health data into EMR.

Assist onsite doctor with patient care and eye examinations. Clearly explain the preliminary testing process to patients, administer each preliminary test and accurately document the results in EMR.

For patients with remote appointments, the Clinical Specialist will be required to assist patients through the remote eye exam process including, but not limited to:

Pre-testing and specialty testing and accurately documenting results in EMR
Initiate remote technician and remote doctor video conferencing
Assist remote doctor and remote technician to complete additional testing required for a remote exam

After exam completion transition the patient to a retail associate, conveying the recommendations of the doctor to the retail associate.

Have a strong understanding of MVC plans and be able to articulate plan benefits to patients.

Preauthorize insurance in accordance with standard operating procedures.

In partnership with the retail associates, schedule appointments and manage exam books according to Company guidelines including contacting no shows and cancellations.

Maintain patient flow to allow for doctor effectiveness.

Answer patients’ clinical questions in person and over the telephone. Triage ocular emergencies and schedule annual eye exams.

Maintain complete and accurate patient records according to Company standards.

Instruct patients on the insertion, removal, cleaning, care, and proper handling of their contact lenses.

Place diagnostic contact lens orders for patients and stock. Notify patients when their contact lenses are available for dispensing.

Have a working knowledge of contact lens brands and parameters. Accurately pull contact lenses trials when requested by the doctor.

Ensure a clean and healthy environment for our patients by maintaining doctor equipment and clinical supplies as well as ensuring equipment is covered nightly.

Participate in specialized training of all responsibilities and complete required clinical certification(s).

Ability to work flexible schedules to meet changing business demands to include traveling to other locations.

Education/Experience

One (1) year of related experience

Optical or Healthcare background preferred

Medical office/business professionalism required

HS diploma, GED or equivalent related job experience

Training provided

Behavioral Characteristics

Patient advocate
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to initiate immediate interaction, coordination, and collaboration with patients and team members
Very detail orientated and well organized
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with other associates and patients
Work under stress with interruptions and deadlines
Energetic and self-motivated
Team player
Excelling problem solving ability

Ability to multi-task
Exhibit empathy in all interactions
Ability to read, analyze and interpret insurance forms
Follow procedures and instructions
Read English
Operate and enter data into electronic software platforms efficiently and accurately

Essential Responsibilities related to Physical Demands/Work Environment

Work changing schedules to meet business demands to include travel between stores
Work inside store location
Use computers, electronics tablets, and pre-testing instruments effectively
Reach above shoulder continuously

Activity Amount of Time

None

Under 1/3

Stand

Walk

Sit

Use hands to finger, handle, or feel

Reach with Hands and Arms

Climb or balance

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Talk or hear

Close Vision (clear vision at 20” or less)

1/3 to 2/3

Stand

Walk

Sit

Use hands to finger, handle, or feel

Reach with Hands and Arms

Climb or balance

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Talk or hear

Close Vision (clear vision at 20” or less)

Over 2/3

Stand

Walk

Sit

Use hands to finger, handle, or feel

Reach with Hands and Arms

Climb or balance

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Talk or hear

Close Vision (clear vision at 20” or less)

HIPAA & Security Requirements

All…