Be a part of driving healthy change in our communities

Clinic Location(s): 
Legacy - Fifth Ward Lyons (LFL)
3811 Lyons Ave, Houston, TX 77020

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

About the Position

The Vision Coordinator monitors and coordinates the patient flow in the clinical area and provides support to the Vision Department. 

Essential Functions 

• Verify prescription glasses and notify patients when eyewear is ready for pick up and assist with dispensing non-Ryan White patient glasses or contact lenses.
• Monitor the Vision EHR desktop – responding to and/or forwarding flags/documents in a timely manner including flags for Retinal Camera Screenings.
• Assist in triage of urgent care patients with assistance from Vision Care Practice Manager as needed.
• Monitor incoming faxes and call volume, and return voice messages in a timely manner.
• Manage Vision provider schedules – including but not limited to monitoring the schedule for reschedule requests, filling open appointment slots, scheduling new patients, and canceling appointments.
• Manage recall list, and run a monthly recall list of patients and schedule them for their follow up visits.
• Run daily Inquiries in the EHR Vision Referral desktop for Internal Vision Referrals from other Legacy service lines. Schedule patients referred internally, and update service orders with contact attempts. ·
• Provide assistance with cross coverage for fellow Vision care staff.
• 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.
• Participate in the Performance Improvement Program.
• Translate for providers when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

  
Education & Training Requirements 

• High School Diploma or GED 
• At least 3 years of experience in an optometric office, preferred
• Spanish/English bilingual, preferred 

Work Experience Requirements 

At least 3 years of experience in an optometric office, 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.