AK Nationally Certified Medical AssistantOptometry 70 rate

***Flu vaccine required*** National MA cert required ***Start date no less than 5 weeks AFTER fingerprint cards are recevied by SEARHC for processing*** This position supports eye care services to patients of all ages. This position requires/develops skills as an optometry assistant including optical and imaging duties through on-the-job and self-training modules. Customer service attention to detail clear communication and timely documentation are essential for this position. This is a career ladder position with four levels designed to provide progressively more technical and independent work experiences. Promotion between job levels is based on performance skill acquisition required certifications and the demonstrated ability to successfully handle duties requiring progressively more responsibility. Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job (as skills acquire) Optometry Assistant Room and screen patients for the providers perform optical and point of care lab testing. Accurately document in a timely manner. Assist patients with optical orders: optical benefits verification frame selection measurements order entry payment collection order verification dispensing (glasses and contacts) in-person or by mail adjustments repairs and warranty replacements. Assist with inventory management: ordering cleaning returns and frame placement. Assist with approval and reconciliation of invoices for timely Acquires ocular imaging: photos ocular coherence tomography visual fields topography. Enters images into medical record for provider Support Assist with triage tracking and scheduling of referred recalled or diabetic patients. Assist with phones directing/answering patient questions and paperwork. Work with Referral Care Coordinators providers and/or clinics to facilitate patient referrals. Order and maintain office and medical Functions Always maintain patient confidentiality. Work collaboratively to meet the needs of the patients and organizational goals. Other duties as assigned. Education Certifications and Licenses Required High School Diploma or GED BLS sExperience Required One year of medical assistant experience.

Shift: 40 hours per week across clinic hours which are M-F 7:45a-6p and Sat 8a-5p

Specialty Type: Nursing

Sub Specialties: Medical Assistant

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