Doctor's Assistant

The Center for Vision Development•West Lake Hills, TX

1d•$18 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

A busy specialty optometry and vision therapy practice in Austin is seeking a full-time doctor’s assistant/tech. The role supports optometrists with scribing, patient and medical-record preparation, ancillary testing, prescription ordering, patient communications, and exam-room and equipment upkeep. The practice works with children and adults, including patients with special needs such as autism or brain injury, and seeks someone willing to learn about its specialized area of care. The position is 40 hours per week, Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with a daily one-hour lunch break from 1 to 2 p.m. Starting pay is $18–$25 per hour, based on experience. Employees may also qualify for monthly production-based bonuses and periodic performance-based salary increases.

Requirements

Experience as a doctor’s assistant, optometric technician, scribe, or in a healthcare setting is sought.
Willingness to become knowledgeable about the practice’s specialized area.
Strong organization and attention to detail, including meticulous work and the ability to perform under pressure.
Excellent grammar and spelling, with professional oral and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and privacy in compliance with HIPAA.
Ability to follow directions and standard procedures.
Reliability and dependability, including taking attendance seriously.
Initiative, motivation, hard work, and willingness to assist the team.
Positive energy and a professional appearance.
Ability to learn from mistakes and grow in the position.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of optometry or vision therapy.
Ability to type 50 words per minute.

Responsibilities

Document optometrists’ evaluations in the electronic medical records system, including patient history, symptoms, medications, allergies, examination findings, results, and consultations with patients or families.
Transfer information from patient history forms into the electronic medical records system.
Prepare consultation information for patients after evaluations, including initial evaluations.
Order prescriptions for contact lenses, glasses, and eyedrops.
Administer ancillary testing, including visual field, visual processing, campimetry, inter-ocular pressure, topography, and biometry tests.
Clean exam-room materials and testing equipment between patients and at the end of the day.
Cover and turn off equipment.
Tidy exam and testing rooms, lock filing cabinets, and turn off lights at the end of the day.
Communicate messages to patients and families on behalf of the doctor team.
Index and file medical records.