Dispensing Optician
United Indian Health - Eureka CA
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SUMMARY:
Shall dispense and fit spectacles, and other optical aids, working from the prescriptions written by optometrists and ophthalmologists.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.
- Understand and comply with HIPAA and other regulations concerning client confidentiality.
- Greet clients in a courteous and friendly manner.
- Identifies clients using at least two identifiers.
- Interprets optical prescriptions written by optometrists or ophthalmologists.
- Gives advice to patients on lens type, frames and styling.
- Takes frame and facial measurements to ensure correct fit and positioning.
- Advises patients on the use of low vision aids.
- Perform Humphrey visual field exams.
- Perform retinal photography.
- Advises patients when adjustments or repairs to spectacles are needed.
- Selects, manages and orders a range of optical products.
- Orders lenses from prescription houses.
- Checks lenses on delivery to ensure that they meet the required specifications.
- Arranges and maintains shop displays.
- Working with sales representatives from vision care product suppliers.
- Schedules and coordinates client appointments. Confirms appointments by telephone and by mail to ensure client/clinic follow through.
- Manage client schedule system to ensure optimum utilization of provider time. Communicates changes and/or problems with schedules to Providers.
- Keeps accurate patient records.
- Responsible for managing budget and meeting fiscal objectives.
- Processes Contract Health Services (CHS) paperwork as needed.
- Manages and or coordinates referrals received by providers.
- Maintains a professional, organized, and clean working environment by following organizational policies, guidelines, and safety standards.
- Adheres to accreditation and compliance standards/guidelines.
- Assists in development of policies, procedures, and quality improvement activities within the clinic as directed.
- Performs other task as required.
- Performs all duties in accordance with the UIHS mission, vision and guiding principles.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Educational degrees must be from a US Department of Education accredited school.
Level I
- Must have High School Diploma or Equivalent.
- Certified Optician
Level II
- Must have High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Certified Optician
- Must have four (4) years’ experience as a Dispensing Optician.
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