11/23/2021
Who We Are
Lake Dillon Eye Care is locally owned, small, and very busy Optometry and Ophthalmology practice located in downtown Dillon, Colorado. Established in 2012, and acquired in 2016 by owner-provider, Dr. Wills Vanray, Lake Dillon Eye Care is a heavily sought-after location for ocular treatments of all varieties.
Job Description
• Patient Work-Up: chief complaint, visual acuities, patient history & medication, habitual prescription(s), autorefraction, keratometry, Optomap retinal screenings, tests ordered & performed
• All exam data is to be entered accurately and timely into the EMR
• Auxiliary testing: OCT, Visual Fields, OPTOS, Neurolens eyebrain, AdaptDx, B-scan
• Contact lens insertion & removal training
• Maintain supply of over-the-counter eye drops, contact lens solutions, and trial contact lenses
• Maintain patient flow through the office
• Recognize efficiency opportunities
• Recognize when the doctor is behind schedule and take steps to mitigate
• Maintain knowledge of eye drops, solutions, and other products in LDEC inventory
• Sanitize exam rooms and equipment between patients and at end of day
• Answer phone calls, communicate with patients, price and dispense glasses/contact lenses as needed
• Practice HIPAA compliance and adhere to Employee Handbook at all times
• Cross-train with Office Coordinator and Optician
• Other duties as assigned
The Paraoptometric reports directly to the Provider. Our clinic relies heavily on the use of our electronic medical record (EMR), so computer skill is an absolute necessity. The Paraoptometric must be friendly and personable with our patients and staff and must have the ability to multi-task in a high-volume work environment. The Paraoptometric is incentivized to become an Optometric Assistant or Optometric Technician via completion of AOA certifications.
Who We Are Looking For
Required
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment
• Friendliness when greeting patients over the phone, and in person
• Strong computer, telephone, and interpersonal communication skills
• Attention to fine detail
• Availability to work one half-day Saturday per month
Preferred
• Spanish-speaking ability
• Clinical experience
• Experience with EMR
What We Offer
• Full benefits package (401K with 6% company match, medical and dental insurance, free eye care through our practice)
• Paid time off accrual, paid holidays, paid sick leave
• Competitive pay with increases based on experience and credentials