Optometric Technician (Bilingual)

COMPANY OVERVIEW

CentroMed is 501(c) (3) non-profit organization that provides healthcare for all populations is a primary care provider and Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) with multiple locations throughout San Antonio and the New Braunfels area. Over the past 50 years, CentroMed has changed lives while remaining dedicated to the mission and vision of being a premier healthcare provider in the community. Join our team of dedicated professionals in providing comprehensive care and quality customer service to our community.

Founded in 1971 by CEO and President Ernesto Gomez, PHD, CentroMed has grown from a community-based program focused on providing culturally competent care for underserved populations, to a network of high-quality healthcare clinics across San Antonio and New Braunfels providing full- service health and dental care to all populations, regardless of income limitations.

We are a mission focused organization that wants to be the heart of our communities. We invite you to visit CentroMed and discover how we can be your medical home.

MISSION

We improve lives through improving the well-being of families through high quality, compassionate health care.

CORE VALUES

RESPECT We treat all persons with dignity and compassion

INTEGRITY We build trust through honesty, word and deed

EXCELLENCE We use best practices to deliver exceptional quality care

AFFORDABILITY We manage resources to provide affordable health care

TEAMWORK We work together as a team in the interest of patient care

JOB SUMMARY:

We are searching for our next SUPERSTAR!! As the Optometric Technician you will be responsible to assist the optometrist in providing optometric care to our patient population. The Optometric Technician must be well versed in departmental policies and standards in order to efficiently perform assignments. The Optometric Technician must be able to maintain good public and working relationships and be familiar with community health and social services. The Optometric Technician must display outstanding interpersonal skills and a commitment to exemplary customer service.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Greets patients, verifies insurance information and gathers demographic information for appointments
• Checks patients in and completes prescreening tasks
• Compiles ophthalmic, general health, family and social histories
• Conducts preliminary testing in coordination with the doctor
• Stocks and prepares the examination rooms for patient care
• Performs specialty testing, including visual fields and fundus photography
• Documents patient care in electronic medical records (EMR) system
• Collects payments and co-payments
• Schedules follow-up and specialty testing appointments and coordinates consults
• Abides by infection control policies and procedures as dictated in the Centro del Barrio Infection Control Manual
• Abides by policies and procedures on hazardous materials as dictated in the Employee Safety Manual
• Abides by all safety policies as dictated in the Employee Safety Manual
• Demonstrates competence with patients aged 3 and older
• Participates in the agency’s Quality Improvement Program
• Performs other duties as required

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE

• Competitive Compensation
• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Retirement Plans 403(B)- Company Match Contributions
• Basic Life Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance for your Spouse & Children
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Wellness Employee Assistance (EAP)
• Travel Reimbursement
• Critical Illness insurance, hospital indemnity, accident insurance - These are additional benefits that fit your needs & lifestyle & help you feel extra protected
• Additional benefits include: 6 paid company holidays, plus (2) extra floating holidays, paid time off/ vacation time, career development opportunities and many other benefits in a collaborative culture that focuses on work life balance, innovation, & teamwork.
• Benefits start after 30 days
• Fun & Energetic, Family-Based Environment

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Experience: 12 month experience in a clinic or hospital setting preferred.
• Other: Bilingual/Bicultural preferred.
• Other: Certified Optometric Assistant (COA) preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Must be able to meet the attendance requirements of the position.
• Must not pose a threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
• Physical ability to lift up to 20 pounds unassisted.
• Must be able to deliver excellent customer service, externally and internally

CentroMed is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.