Clinical Support Assistant/Pharmacy Tech

Who we are looking for:

People who are passionate about the care of our patients. We are looking for individuals who want to be part of a medical team that puts our patients first and works well with a team of professionals. Someone who wants a successful career in the eye care profession where your efforts make a difference. We want people who are tech-savvy, enthusiastic, cares about others, and wants to work in a fast paced and fun environment.

Benefits:

We have an excellent benefit package (some benefits are dependent on full time or part time status) including:

  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Insurance – health, dental, group term life, and short term disability
  • Uniform allowance
  • Jury duty pay
  • Traditional and Roth 401k with match
  • Profit sharing contribution
  • Awards program
  • Continued education & advanced training opportunities
  • Employee discounts

This is a 40 hour per week position. An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability.

Wage range: $18.60/hr. – $22.00/hr. dependent on certifications

Work hours are somewhere between 7 am and 5:30 pm dependent on the position and patient needs.  

Responsibilities:

The Clinical Support Assistant plays a key role in supporting clinical and surgical operations by managing prescription refills, medication prior authorizations, appointment follow-ups, and after-hours patient care coordination. Serves as a resource to patient care issues including prescription and appointment management. This position functions independently and collaboratively within a team to ensure seamless patient care. The role also involves assisting the management team in quality assurance efforts to maintain high standards of clinical quality, patient satisfaction, and regulatory compliance.

Education & Experience:

  • Education – High school or GED equivalent
  • Excellent customer service skills as demonstrated in past work experience
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience using EHR systems and proficiency with basic Microsoft applications.
  • Prior healthcare experience preferred (ex: medical office assistant, pharmacy tech, nurse assistant)
  • Experience with prescription refills/prior authorization process preferred

Essential Skills and Abilities:

  • Ability to communicate effectively with patients, staff, management, and physicians.
  • Maintain a professional, respectful, and friendly demeanor at all times.
  • Ability to work independently and collaborate as a team player.
  • Exceptional time management and prioritization skills in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Takes responsibility for personal actions and demonstrates accountability.
  • Commitment to quality, excellence, and continuous improvement.
  • Positive representation of the organization’s mission and values.

 

DISCLAIMER

Illinois Eye Center is an equal opportunity employer. We do not use personal information in our hiring process and are dedicated to hiring the person who is best suited for our jobs without any knowledge or consideration of the individual’s membership in any protected class. We are committed to promoting safety and high standards of employee performance, productivity and reliability by supporting a drug-free workplace. In order to achieve this, all finalists may be subjected to a drug test prior to being hired to assure the applicant does not currently have narcotics, sedatives, stimulants and/or other controlled substance in his/her body.

Holiday Hours

During the holiday season, Illinois Eye Center has special hours for our three locations. Please review below and contact us at 309-243-2400 with any questions.

All offices (Peoria, Washington, Peoria, Optical Department, and EyeCareToday – Same Day)

  • December 31st– All offices will close early at 4:00 PM.
  • January 1st – Closed (available by appointment only).
  • January 2nd – Normal business hours resume.