VSP Ventures Optometric Solutions LLC
Location
Reno, Nevada
Salary
$15 - $18 / HOUR
The primary role involves assisting the Optometrist with eye examinations and patient care, which includes conducting pre-testing, gathering patient history, and guiding patients through the clinical experience. Essential functions also cover preparing patients, operating clinical instruments, managing contact lenses, administering medications, and scribing for the doctor.
Candidates typically need one to two years of experience in a related field and must possess effective verbal and written communication skills for documentation and patient interaction. Required abilities include working well with technology, asking relevant questions to identify patient needs, and managing tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced setting.
The primary role is to assist the Optometrist with eye examinations and patient eye care including conducting pre-testing or special testing, intaking patient history information, and guiding patients throughout the eye care and clinical experience.
Prepare patients before the examination by gathering information about the patient’s vision and medical history, explaining the exam process, and documenting all needed information in the patient’s record
Able to work well with technology and various clinical instruments, taking measurements, and administering tests to determine the visual capabilities of the patient in preparation for the vision examination
Perform contact lens insertion; educate and train patients on contact lens insertion and removal
Order contact lenses of various types of materials and designs and manage contact lens trials inventory
Administer topical ophthalmic and dilation medications
Scribe for the doctor and translate as needed
Prioritize patient care and patient flow while communicating effectively with doctors, staff, and patients
Perform, under the direction of the Optometrist, some therapy exercises or procedures with the patient
Assist in other areas of the office as necessary, such as answering phones, verifying insurance, checking in patients, scanning charts, maintaining a clean office, and checking patients in and out
Work on special projects, cross-train in different departments, and perform other related duties as assigned or requested
Typically has the following skills or abilities: One to two years of experience in related field
Working knowledge of MS Office package
Effective verbal communication skills to prioritize multiple tasks and to be available for incoming calls and inquiries
Effective written communication skills to clearly document patient visits
Excellent interpersonal and rapport-building skills
Ability to ask appropriate and relevant questions to identify patient needs
Ability to listen, process transactions and interact with patients simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
The working environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc.
The above information on this description had been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job grade.
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VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act, and any other similar laws.
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