Optometric Medical Assistant

Envision Eye Care•Cedar Bluff, VA

16d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Envision Eye Care as a Full-Time Optometric Medical Assistant in Cedar Bluff, VA, and immerse yourself in a dynamic, customer-focused environment where your contributions truly matter. This onsite position offers the opportunity to work alongside a team of passionate professionals dedicated to providing exceptional eye care. You'll engage with patients on a daily basis, assisting in the delivery of high-quality vision services that make a difference in their lives. Competitive pay ranges from $15 to $17 per hour, reflecting our commitment to attracting top talent. Be part of a forward-thinking organization that values driven individuals who do the right thing while fostering optimism and respectful collaboration. You can enjoy great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, and Employee Discounts. We encourage you to bring your humbly confident attitude and help shape the future of eye care in your community. Day to day as a Optometric Medical Assistant As a Full-Time Optometric Medical Assistant at Envision Eye Care, you will play a vital role in the daily operations of our eye care center. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include welcoming and assisting patients as they arrive, ensuring a comfortable and efficient experience. You will perform preliminary eye examinations, including measuring visual acuity and taking medical histories, under the supervision of licensed optometrists. Additionally, you'll be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and organization of exam rooms and equipment, while also managing patient records with precision. Scheduling appointments and coordinating follow-up visits will be essential to ensure continuity of care. Collaboration with team members and clear communication with patients will be paramount, as you'll need to provide updates on examination processes and address any questions they may have. Your proactive and respectful approach will contribute to a high-performance culture focused on delivering exceptional eye care. What you need to be successful To thrive as a Full-Time Optometric Medical Assistant at Envision Eye Care, you will need a blend of essential skills that foster a successful and efficient work environment. Strong interpersonal skills are crucial, as you will interact daily with patients, helping to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Excellent communication skills are necessary to clearly convey information regarding procedures and treatment options to patients and ensure their comfort throughout the process. Being detail-oriented is vital for accurately managing patient records and performing preliminary examinations, as even minor oversights can impact patient care. A high level of organization will enable you to juggle multiple responsibilities, from assisting with exams to scheduling appointments effectively. Additionally, an optimistic and forward-thinking mindset will help you adapt in a fast-paced environment, allowing you to anticipate needs and respond proactively to challenges. Finally, displaying respectful professionalism at all times will reinforce our commitment to delivering exceptional eye care. Make your move Applying for this position is a walk in the park if you feel it's a good fit for you. Best of luck!

Requirements

Strong interpersonal skills.
Excellent communication skills.
Detail-oriented.
High level of organization.
Optimistic and forward-thinking mindset.
Respectful professionalism.

Responsibilities

Welcoming and assisting patients as they arrive, ensuring a comfortable and efficient experience.
Performing preliminary eye examinations, including measuring visual acuity and taking medical histories, under the supervision of licensed optometrists.
Maintaining the cleanliness and organization of exam rooms and equipment.
Managing patient records with precision.
Scheduling appointments and coordinating follow-up visits.
Collaborating with team members.
Communicating clearly with patients, providing updates on examination processes and addressing any questions they may have.