General Summary
Responsible for front desk and technician support to the clients/patients of the store/clinic. Provides support to the Doctor and Office Manager to ensure an excellent patient flow. Resolves internal and external customer concerns raised during the visit in a manner that support the achievement of high degree of customer satisfaction overall.
Essential Functions
Front Desk
Duties include conveying a commitment to providing unsurpassed Customer Service by performing the following Service Process steps:
Ensures insurance is properly verified prior to doctor encounter and scanned prior to visit.
Responsible for professionally greeting patients and extend exceptional customer service for a positive client/patient experience.
Answering the phones properly and in a timely manner
Explaining the process and exam pricing in a transparent way (when asked)
Checking in and pretesting patients in an efficient and accurate manner.
Taking all necessary information from patients from a front desk/ technician perspective.
Serves as a center of excellence for others with focus.
Handles tasks, such as adjusting, or fitting eyewear carefully and correctly.
Responsible for collecting copays; handle payments in accordance with standard operating procedures.
Responsible for properly and accurately dispensing eyewear and contacts.
Responsible for ordering contacts.
Technician duties include:
Assist with patient care and conduct pre-test for eye examinations.
Gather medical history information from patient.
Explain the testing process to patients, preparing them, and administering tests on visual capabilities.
Keep records, inventory, and notes during examinations.
Maintain and clean examination equipment.
Assist in answering the phone and scheduling appointments, when needed.
Assist with dispensing and performing minor adjustments on eyewear, when needed.
I&R-showing patients how to wear contacts and proper hygiene.
Takes personal ownership to achieve personal and store results.
Other duties as assigned.
Job Specifications
Typically has the following skills or abilities:
One to two years' experience working in retail, customer service, optical retail store, or related experience.
Intermediate computer skills and knowledge.
Strong communication skills to be able to work with a diverse client group of all socio-economic backgrounds.
Enjoys working as part of a team to support legendary patient care.
Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to learn, support change management and assimilate new information quickly.
Ability to use independent judgment/discretion for problem and discern when an escalation is necessary on more complex issues or situations to Office Manager.
Preferred Skills
Bilingual (English / Spanish).
Experience or understanding of healthcare industry or terminology.
Previous front desk or technician experience helpful, however, will train and develop qualified candidates.
Working Conditions
The working environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust etc.
The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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Responsible for front desk and technician support to the clients/patients of the store/clinic. Provides support to the Doctor and Office Manager to ensure an excellent patient flow. Resolves internal and external customer concerns raised during the visit in a manner that support the achievement of high degree of customer satisfaction overall.
Essential Functions
Front Desk
Duties include conveying a commitment to providing unsurpassed Customer Service by performing the following Service Process steps:
Ensures insurance is properly verified prior to doctor encounter and scanned prior to visit.
Responsible for professionally greeting patients and extend exceptional customer service for a positive client/patient experience.
Answering the phones properly and in a timely manner
Explaining the process and exam pricing in a transparent way (when asked)
Checking in and pretesting patients in an efficient and accurate manner.
Taking all necessary information from patients from a front desk/ technician perspective.
Serves as a center of excellence for others with focus.
Handles tasks, such as adjusting, or fitting eyewear carefully and correctly.
Responsible for collecting copays; handle payments in accordance with standard operating procedures.
Responsible for properly and accurately dispensing eyewear and contacts.
Responsible for ordering contacts.
Technician duties include:
Assist with patient care and conduct pre-test for eye examinations.
Gather medical history information from patient.
Explain the testing process to patients, preparing them, and administering tests on visual capabilities.
Keep records, inventory, and notes during examinations.
Maintain and clean examination equipment.
Assist in answering the phone and scheduling appointments, when needed.
Assist with dispensing and performing minor adjustments on eyewear, when needed.
I&R-showing patients how to wear contacts and proper hygiene.
Takes personal ownership to achieve personal and store results.
Other duties as assigned.
Job Specifications
Typically has the following skills or abilities:
One to two years' experience working in retail, customer service, optical retail store, or related experience.
Intermediate computer skills and knowledge.
Strong communication skills to be able to work with a diverse client group of all socio-economic backgrounds.
Enjoys working as part of a team to support legendary patient care.
Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to learn, support change management and assimilate new information quickly.
Ability to use independent judgment/discretion for problem and discern when an escalation is necessary on more complex issues or situations to Office Manager.
Preferred Skills
Bilingual (English / Spanish).
Experience or understanding of healthcare industry or terminology.
Previous front desk or technician experience helpful, however, will train and develop qualified candidates.
Working Conditions
The working environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust etc.
The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.