Optometry Assistant

VisionFirst is an excellent place for you to start or continue your career, as we are an employee-owned company! VisionFirst has been providing the most progressive and professional eye care to families in Central Kentucky and Southern Indiana since 1973, and this is a great opportunity to join a growing Optometry Practice.

Experience in a healthcare environment or the optical industry is a plus, but not required. We will provide training to a highly-motivated, detail-oriented candidate who is eager and willing to learn! This is a great opportunity to utilize your professional and customer service skills in the healthcare field.

As an Optometric Technician you will assist in providing excellent care and customer service to our patients during their visit. Duties include but are not limited to preparing patients before eye exams by obtaining patient history, chief complaint, medications & allergies. You will also conduct diagnostic tests, record & measure vision, schedule appointments, perform general front desk duties, obtain pre-authorization & perform other general clinical/clerical office duties.

Requirements

A successful candidate will have the following qualities:

Excellent customer service skills

Familiar with computers and office equipment

Strong attention to detail

Able to multi-task and be adaptable to change

Eager to learn new skills

Experience as a Medical Assistant or a similar role in a healthcare environment is a plus, but not required

Benefits Include:

Generous paid time off including up to 3 weeks of PTO in the first year, 6 paid holidays, and 1 floating holiday per year

Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) and 401k

Medical Insurance, including up to a $500 employer contribution to your HSA

Dental Insurance

Company-paid life insurance, with supplemental insurance available

Long-term and short-term disability insurance

Free eye exam and glasses