What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Coordinator/ Front office Receptionst position at Northern Avenue Eye Care?
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Job description:
Patient Care Coordinator | Front Office Receptionist | Full-Time
Northern Avenue Eye Care Phoenix, Arizona
Compensation: Starting salary based on $23.00 per hour (approximately $47,840 annually), depending on experience.
Schedule: Full-Time
More Than a Receptionist — Become an Essential Part of Our Team
Northern Avenue Eye Care is an established, independently owned private optometry practice proudly serving the Phoenix community. We believe every patient deserves outstanding care from the moment they call our office until they leave with a smile.
We’re looking for a dependable, experienced team member who enjoys helping people and thrives in a fast-paced environment. This is an all-around support position for someone who enjoys variety and wants to play an important role in the success of a growing private practice.
No two days are exactly alike. You’ll work closely with the doctor, patients, optical team, and insurance companies to help ensure every patient has an exceptional experience.
Responsibilities
Front Office
- Welcome and check in patients
- Answer incoming telephone calls
- Schedule and confirm appointments
- Verify patient demographics and insurance information
- Collect copays, deductibles, and patient payments
- Check patients in and out efficiently
- Maintain a professional and organized reception area
Insurance & Administrative
- Verify vision and medical insurance eligibility
- Submit patient information to insurance providers
- Obtain authorizations when required
- Assist with insurance billing and claim follow-up
- Maintain accurate patient records
- Enter and update patient information using Compulink electronic medical records (EMR)
Clinical & Patient Support
- Prepare patients for the doctor
- Perform patient pretesting when needed
- Assist with patient flow throughout the day
- Educate patients on appointments, eyewear, and contact lens services
- Provide outstanding customer service before, during, and after each visit
Optical Support
- Assist patients with frame selection when needed
- Help educate patients about lens options and products
- Support the optical team during busy periods
We’re Looking for Someone Who Is
- Friendly, positive, and professional
- Compassionate and patient-focused
- Dependable with excellent attendance
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Comfortable multitasking in a busy office
- A team player who enjoys helping wherever needed
- Excellent at communicating with patients and coworkers
- Looking for a long-term career rather than just another job
Required Qualifications
- Minimum two years of experience in an optometry or ophthalmology office preferred
- Experience with Compulink is strongly preferred
- Experience verifying vision and medical insurance
- Experience submitting patient information to insurance providers
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Strong computer skills
- High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Experience
- Patient pretesting
- Front desk and scheduling
- Insurance verification and billing
- Optical sales and frame styling
- Contact lens ordering
- Spanish speaking (preferred but not required)
Why Join Northern Avenue Eye Care?
- Established and respected private practice
- Full-time, stable position
- Competitive salary
- Friendly and supportive team
- Opportunity to learn every aspect of a successful optometry practice
- Variety in your daily responsibilities
- Opportunity for growth and increased responsibility
- A culture built on integrity, teamwork, and exceptional patient care
How to Apply
Please submit:
- Your résumé
- Three professional references
A cover letter is optional but encouraged. If you choose to include one, we’d love to know:
- Why are you interested in joining Northern Avenue Eye Care?
- What do you believe creates an exceptional patient experience?
- Describe a time you solved a difficult problem for a patient or coworker.
- What do you enjoy most about working in an optometry or medical office?
- Why are you looking for a new opportunity?
Qualified candidates selected for an interview may be invited to participate in a paid working interview.
If you’re looking for a long-term career where your work truly makes a difference in patients’ lives, we’d love to hear from you.
Work Location: In person
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $47,840