Optometric Technician/Receptionist
Dr. Michael D. Jones, O.D.
02.2021 - 11.2023
- Managed administrative duties with phone reception, appointment scheduling and payment processing.
- Conducted pretest procedures to gather data before exam and make eye appointments more efficient and productive.
- Operated and maintained lensometers, refraction units, auto-refractors, and visual field analyzers for patient testing.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, monitored patient flow throughout office and properly communicated delays.
- Assisted with insurance questions, eligibility, and prior authorizations of medications and glasses.
- Filled and dispensed eyeglass prescriptions, fitting frames, lenses and contact lenses for comfort and convenience.
- Collaborated with optometry staff to reach individual and team goals.
- Worked well with patients, staff, and manufacturer representatives to carry out successful office- and patient-related work each day.
- Input patient information and exam findings into electronic medical records system to facilitate accurate record-keeping.