Contact Lens Receptionist

LOCATION: 915 Gessner Rd, Suite 250 Houston, TX 77024

Position Summary

Contributes to the organization by being responsible for the fitting of all soft and gas permeable contact lenses, ordering and delivery of contact lenses. The Contact Lens Fitter is also responsible for adhering to current departmental policies and procedures.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Responsible for sterility of lenses and compliance with OSHA standards.

Responsible for inventory and stock of lenses. Fitters or head fitters are not authorized to purchase or order a trial case, lenses or supplies other than patient lenses. Any purchases, other than patient lenses have to be authorized by the contact lens director.

Entering patients specifications in the computer, correct codes, charges and if pertinent, discounts, for all lenses and supplies.

Train patients in insertion and removal of lenses.

Responsible for returns and exchanges.

All other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

Ability to lift up to 25 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Must be able to push, pull, bend, twist, and reach. Use care and proper judgment when lifting or carrying items ensuring to utilize proper posture and body mechanics. Even though the weight lifted may only be a negligible amount, a job is in this category when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

Classified as having occupational exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens.

Exposure to communicable disease

Supervisory Responsibilities

Non-Applicable

We Proudly Offer

• Continuing Education including JCAHPO & ABOC
• Holidays & Paid Time Off
• Bereavement Leave
• Superior Benefits Package:
• Medical
• Dental
• 401(K)
• Free Life Insurance & LTD
• Eye Care Benefits & Optical Discounts
  

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/H/V

COMPETENCIES

EDUCATION High School Diploma or Equivalent

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES Non-Applicable

EXPERIENCE Four or more years recent contact lens fitting experience under the direction of a licensed Optician, Optometrist or Ophthalmologist.