Be a part of driving healthy change in our communities

Clinic Primary Location: 
Legacy - Montrose Clinic (LMC)
1415 California Street,
Houston TX  77006

Clinic Secondary Location (will alternate between):
Fifth Ward Lyons (LFL)
3811 Lyons Ave
Houston TX  77020

About the Position

The Ophthalmic/Optometric Assistant provides technical and office support to the optometric practice by performing duties such as assisting with patient exams, reviewing inventory, and ordering merchandise, data entry, and, and monitoring provider schedules.

Float position provides coverage for multiple clinics based on business and patient volume.  Travel between clinics may be required in the course of the assigned shift.

Essential Functions 

• Assist with eyewear process- frame selection and fitting, lens selection with appropriate measurements.
• Verify prescription glasses and notify patients when eyewear is ready for pick up.
• Enter eyeglass and contact lens orders in EHR.
• Dispense, adjust, and repair eyewear per department protocol and document information in EHR.
• Provide Contact Lens Education Classes (Insertion & Removal).
• Review eyewear/ contact lens invoices and patient payment records for accuracy and forward them to the Vision Care Practice Manager.
• Assist in triage of urgent care patients with assistance from Vision Care Practice Manager as needed.
• Monitor the Vision EHR desktop – responding to and/or forwarding flags/documents in a timely manner.
• Assist in Clinical care of patients with providers as permitted with licensure and training:
  • Assess visual acuity, extraocular muscle function, confrontational visual fields, color vision and stereopsis.
  • Administration of cycloplegic agents, and measurement of intraocular pressure.
  • Assess finger-stick blood sugar in diabetic patients as ordered by provider
  • Perform Visual field / OCT testing as ordered by provider
• Maintain exam rooms as needed by provider. Keep rooms adequately stocked with supplies and cleaned daily.
• Order supplies from appropriate vendors as needed—obtain pre-approval as needed.
• Provide assistance with cross coverage for fellow Vision care staff at all Vision locations. 
• Receive training on Ryan White CPCDMS system.
• Maintain communication with Vision Care Practice Manager—update on issues/questions/ suggestions for improvement.
• Attend and participate in Vision Team Meetings and other necessary meetings as assigned. Support cross coverage for fellow Vision care staff at all Vision locations, as needed. 
• Participate in the Performance Improvement Program.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education & Training Requirements 

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must maintain BLS/CPR

Work Experience Requirements 

• At least 2 years of experience in a vision setting, preferred 
• Ophthalmic Certification preferred.
• Spanish/English bilingual, preferred

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Long-Term Disability insurance
• Life insurance and AD&D
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Subsidized gym membership
• 24-hour travel assistance
• Paid Time Off 
• PTO Exchange Program
• Company holidays (9 days + 1 floating day)
• Bereavement Leave
• And more

About Legacy Community Health
Legacy Community Health is a premium, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that provides comprehensive care to community members regardless of their ability to pay. Our goal is to treat the entire patient while improving their overall wellness and quality of life, in addition to providing free pregnancy tests, HIV/AIDS screening. At Legacy, we empower patients to lead better lives by promoting healthy behaviors and offering resources such as literacy classes, family planning services, and nutrition and weight management information. 
Our roots began in 1981 as the Montrose Clinic, with specialization in HIV education, testing, and treatment. Since then, the agency has expanded to >50 clinics in Houston, one in Baytown, 3 in Beaumont, and one in Deer Park with extensive services that include: Adult primary care, HIV/AIDS care, pediatrics, OB/GYN and maternity, dental, vision and behavioral health. We also service students within KIPP and YES Prep schools. Legacy is committed to driving healthy change in our communities.

Legacy Community Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace.

Apply today.

Our short application process takes less than 3 minutes on your phone, tablet or computer.