Experienced Optometry Front Desk

Private practice looking for an optometric receptionist to help provide excellent patient care in a friendly environment.
We are committed to providing the best possible patient experience to handle all vision care needs.
The person for this job will work hard in a fast paced environment with their coworkers and be rewarded with both compensation, a bonus schedule and job satisfaction.
Work schedule is Monday-Friday, no weekends.
No travel requirements.
*Essential Duties and Responsibilities* * Optometry experience is essential * Provide exceptional customer service during every patient encounter (in person or via phone, text or email) * Display a professional attitude, greet patients promptly with a smile, and thank them when they leave * Practice urgency at all times with patient's time, as well as doctor's time and schedule * Comply with all company policies and procedures including HIPAA * Schedule patient exams and maintain a productive schedule * Look up patient coverage * Check out patients, collect fees and update patient management software * Competent in use of spreadsheets, email, & able to learn new software and website systems.
* Able to handle rapid office changes and take direction from office manager *Other Skills and Abilities* * Reliable transportation that would allow employee to arrive at work on time.
* Desire to gain industry knowledge and training * Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals * Consistently creating a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused * Commitment to work 40 hours to meet the needs of the business * Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times *Education and/or Experience* * High school diploma or general education degree (GED) * *1 year minimum experience required in Optometry Practice* Job Type: Full-time Pay: $15.
00 - $17.
00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: * Employee discount * Health insurance * Paid time off * Professional development assistance * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Healthcare setting: * Private practice Medical specialties: * Ophthalmology Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Education: * High school or equivalent (Required) Experience: * Customer service: 1 year (Preferred) * Optometric: 1 year (Required) * Optical: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person