What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Receptionist/Medical Assistant position at Focus Vision Optometry?
Focus Vision Optometry is a growing professional corporation that provides high quality vision and medical eye care to a base of more than 42,000 patients. We currently have 6 locations and are growing to 7 locations by end of 2022. We employ motivated professional candidates with strong work ethics. Our employees consistently display dedication to the practice and to our patients. Our work culture is based on reliability, professionalism and mutual respect. Employees should strive to go above and beyond to consistently deliver the best patient experiences possible.
We need additional staff to support our patients!
Medical Receptionist (Beaumont/Calimesa/Moreno Valley)
Focus Vision Optometry values reliable and hard working enthusiastic individuals. Honesty is a non-negotiable, as is outstanding work attendance. Our company culture promotes positive interactions with staff and patients in a professional manner and with mutual respect. Details and accuracy matter in our line of work, and correctly seeing things through to completion is very important.
Seeking experienced medical assistant and/or medical receptionist with 1 years front office experience, familiar with medical professional etiquette and conduct. Bilingual is a very strong plus. Busy medical optometry office needs immediate assistance with front desk patient check-in, registering and setting appointments, phones, scanning, copying and insurance verification (medical and vision plans). Candidates should be very familiar with understanding medical insurance including which cards display coverage for PPO vs HMO, and how to obtain medical authorizations from participating HMO medical groups. Candidates should also be proficient in submitting specialist referrals and in receiving/understanding how to assist pharmacist inquiries regarding medication prescriptions and refills.
Good candidates must be articulate, reliable, prompt and professional with a cheerful attitude and strong work ethic. Must be available to be work between 8:30-6 M-F and 1-2 Saturdays per month 9-2 as needed.
Must have reliable transportation. Excellent attendance and punctuality is required for this position. Employees are usually expected to rotate between 2-3 primary locations. All of our offices are within a 15 mile radius of Beaumont (including Redlands Heights, San Jacinto, Moreno Valley and Calimesa).
Please submit resume AND cover letter stating why you are a good fit for this position. We prefer #readytowork, this position is for immediate hire. Wage offers will be within our stated budget and in alignment with your specific work history, experience and qualifications.
Focus Vision Optometry provided the following inclusive hiring information:
We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.
COVID-19 considerations:
Masks, cleaning, spacing, CDC guidelines.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.30 - $16.55 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Ophthalmology
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
- Weekend availability
Work setting:
- In-person
- Office
- Private practice
COVID-19 considerations:
Masks, cleaning, spacing, all CDC healthcare requirements.
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
- Spanish (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)
Work Location: One location