Ophthalmic Technician / Medical Receptionist

$41,600 - $47,840/Yr

San Francisco Eye Institute - San Francisco, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

San Francisco, CA

About the position

We are seeking a full-time Ophthalmic Technician / Medical Receptionist to join our state-of-the-art Ophthalmology practice in San Francisco. The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated, enthusiastic team player with excellent customer service and computer skills. This role involves both front desk responsibilities and assisting in clinical tasks, ensuring a smooth operation of the practice while providing exceptional care to our patients.

Responsibilities

• Greeting patients and visitors
• Checking patients in and out
• Registering new patients
• Answering phones
• Scheduling appointments via a computerized appointment system
• Verifying insurance
• Processing referrals and authorizations
• Preparing charts
• Rooming patients and charting
• Disinfecting rooms and equipment
• Performing diagnostic testing
• Assisting in minor surgery
• Maintaining patient confidentiality
• Assisting all members of the office staff as requested by the Administrator

Requirements

• Medical office and receptionist experience, especially in ophthalmology or optometry
• Bilingual skills (preferred but not necessary)
• Computer literacy
• Associate's degree (required)
• 1 year of healthcare experience (preferred)
• 1 year of customer service experience (required)

Nice-to-haves

• Bilingual skills

Benefits

• 401(k) with 4% matching
• Bereavement leave
• Commuter assistance
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Paid Time Off including major federal holidays
• Group Health and Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance