Optical Department Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

About the Role:
Cedar Eye Center Medical Group is looking for a friendly and detail-oriented Optical Department Clerk to join our team in Placerville, CA. This is a great opportunity to work in a dynamic healthcare environment where you'll play a key role in helping patients see the world more clearly. If you're passionate about customer service and eager to grow in the optical field, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Verify and submit optical insurance benefits and assist with billing and authorizations
• Maintain accurate patient records and update optical orders in the practice management system
• Manage optical inventory, including stocking, organizing, and merchandising frames
• Coordinate with optical labs and vendors to ensure timely order fulfillment
• In charge of any data entry for optical department
• Bills all vision plans for patients 
• Contact patients when orders are ready for pick up 

Requirements:

• Prior experience in an optical, medical, or retail environment preferred
• Familiarity with vision insurance plans (VSP, MES, EyeMed) is a plus but not required 
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Proficiency with computer systems and data entry; experience with optical software a bonus
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced clinical setting
• Team-oriented, reliable, and professional demeanor

This is a position we can absolutely train from 0 if it is the right person and fit 
Pay is based on experience