Optometric Technician-Memorial City

LOCATION: 915 Gessner Rd., Suite 250 Houston, TX 77024 Some travel required to nearby Gramercy location as needed. POSITION SUMMARY Contributes to the organization by assisting with patient care during an eye exam. The Optometric Technician performs basic, advanced and complex procedures in assisting the optometrist; all to be handled accurately, quickly and courteously. ESSENTIAL DUTIES \& RESPONSIBILITIES Perform preliminary evaluation of patients prior to exam by the OD, such as dilation, topicals, autorefractions, etc. Perform verbal interview with patient prior to visit with OD to determine medical issues and reasons for their visit Provides support to the Optometrist to care for patients in a timely, effective manner, as closely to appointed schedule as possible Assists Optometrist to care for patients in a timely, effective manner, as closely to appointed schedule as possible Records and maintains patient records / files in compliance with company, federal, and state policies (HIPAA) Respond to patient's telephone inquiries and voicemails regarding medication, treatment, problems referring to the Optometrist as necessary Assist with the insertion and removal of contract lenses Orders soft and hard contact trials for the Optometrist Greet and direct all patients as they enter the facility. Prepare, clean and maintain exam rooms; restock as needed. Schedules follow\-up appointments, verifies insurance for patient exam visits and verifies appointment times with patients. Provide patient(s) with an explanation of insurance benefits as needed. Schedule appointments Order and check in on contacts Verify and file insurance for contact purchases All other duties as assigned PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT Ability to lift up to 25 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Must be able to push, pull, bend, twist, and reach. Use care and proper judgment when lifting or carrying items ensuring to utilize proper posture and body mechanics. Even though the weight lifted may only be a negligible amount, a job is in this category when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree. Classified as having occupational exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens. Exposure to communicable disease SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position has no direct reports. ***We Proudly Offer:*** * Continuing Education including JCAHPO \& ABOC * Holidays \& Paid Time Off * Bereavement Leave * Superior Benefits Package: + Medical + Dental + 401(K) + Free Life Insurance \& LTD + Eye Care Benefits \& Optical Discounts **Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/H/V** COMPETENCIES EDUCATION High School Diploma or GED equivalent CERTIFICATIONS \& LICENSES N/A EXPERIENCE 1 year of optometry experience preferred.