What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bilingual Optometric Assistant / Front Desk Receptionist position at EyeCare Practice Colorado?
We are seeking a friendly, dependable, and motivated Bilingual (English/Spanish) Optometric Assistant / Front Desk Receptionist to join our growing team.
This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position working between our Denver and Aurora offices. Candidates must have reliable transportation and be comfortable traveling between both locations as needed.
We are looking for someone who enjoys helping people, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is committed to providing exceptional patient care and customer service.
ResponsibilitiesFront Desk
- Welcome and check in patients
- Schedule appointments and answer incoming calls
- Verify insurance eligibility and benefits
- Collect copays, deductibles, and outstanding balances
- Process payments accurately
- Manage patient records using our electronic health record system
- Deliver exceptional customer service throughout the patient experience
Optometric Assistant
- Obtain patient medical and ocular history
- Perform preliminary testing, including visual acuity, autorefractor, tonometry, retinal imaging, OCT, visual fields, and other diagnostic testing
- Prepare patients for the doctor's examination
- Accurately document findings in the electronic medical record
- Assist with patient flow and maintain efficient clinic operations
- Clean and maintain examination rooms and equipment
Qualifications
- Fluent in both English and Spanish (required)
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Positive attitude and professional appearance
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Reliable transportation and willingness to work at both our Denver and Aurora locations
- Basic computer proficiency
- Previous experience in optometry, ophthalmology, medical assisting, or healthcare is preferred but not required. We are willing to train the right candidate.
Schedule
- Full-time (40 hours per week)
- Monday through Friday
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience
- Paid training
- Paid time off
- Employee discounts
- Opportunities for advancement
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment
If you are passionate about helping patients, enjoy working with people, and want to build a career in healthcare, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your resume today!
Job Type: Full-time (40 hours/week)
Work Locations: Denver and Aurora, Colorado
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $23