VISION COORDINATOR at Eastern Iowa Health Center

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Aug, 26

Salary

29.64

Posted On

21 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Pre-exam Screenings, Patient Rooming, Vital Signs Documentation, Electronic Medical Records, Telehealth Support, Patient Education, Schedule Management, Insurance Verification, Prior Authorizations, Referral Coordination

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

VISION COORDINATOR - OPTOMETRY Cedar Rapids, IA $17.68 to $29.64 Be a part of an organization that is dedicated to health equity for all. As a Federally Qualified Health Center, our mission at Eastern Iowa Health Center (EIHC) is to provide exceptional and accessible health care services throughout our community. We are a collaborative team dedicated to the wellness and the excellence of care regardless of the patient’s ability to pay. EIHC believes in non-judgmental and equal care for all members of our diverse community. Our staff values compassion as a guiding force. EIHC promotes health equity for all and believes health care is a right, not a privilege. You will thrive in a collaborative environment where you take ethical action and ownership to solve problems and lead positive outcomes. Do you want to be part of a larger purpose of an evolving, high-performance culture that empowers you to make a difference? EIHC is seeking a full-time Vision Coordinator dedicated to serving the needs of our community. SCHEDULE Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm COMPENSATION $17.68 to $29.64 hourly depending on experience ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Conducts pre-exam screenings, rooms patients, obtains histories and vital signs, and accurately documents in the electronic medical record. * Assists the telehealth Ophthalmologist during examinations and supports patient discharge. * Follows all standard precautions, protocols, and infection-control procedures. * Provides basic patient education and distributes age- and learning-appropriate materials. * Explains laboratory or diagnostic testing and prepares patients for procedures as needed. * Manages the vision schedule, ensuring appointments are confirmed, rescheduled, or cancelled appropriately. * Verifies prior authorizations and insurance coverage before patient visits. * Coordinates referrals to outside clinics. EMR * Athena * 20/20 Now AMAZING BENEFITS * 4 Weeks of Paid Time Off * 8 Paid Holidays * 2 Floating Holidays * Health Insurance - Plan Options Start at $1.00 Per Pay Period * Dental Insurance * Vision Insurance * Flexible Spending Accounts - Medical and Dependent Care * Health Savings Account * 100% employer paid Basic Life and Long-term Disability Insurance * Volunteer Life Insurance * Short-Term Disability Insurance * 401(K) with 4% Employer Match * Employee Clothing Allowance * Employee Assistance Program * Gym Membership Discount to the Midwest Athletic Club * Parental Leave REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS * High school diploma or equivalency; required. * Experience in a vision clinic preferred. Eastern Iowa Health Center is an equal opportunity employer and makes decisions related to compensation and all terms, conditions, or privileges of employment on the basis of merit. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), religion, marital status, age, national origin, disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. All such discrimination is unlawful and prohibited by the Company.

Responsibilities

The Vision Coordinator performs pre-exam screenings, documents patient histories, and assists telehealth ophthalmologists during examinations. They are also responsible for managing the vision schedule, verifying insurance coverage, and coordinating external referrals.