Optical Assistant Jobs
A Optical Assistant, also known as an Optometrist Assistant, plays a critical role in the optometry industry. They provide support to Optometrists by performing various tasks such as preparing patients for eye exams, explaining eye examination processes to patients, maintaining and organizing patient records, and assisting in the selection and fitting of eyeglasses or contact lenses. Optical Assistants may also perform basic vision tests, take eye pressure measurements, and administer eye medications under the direction of the Optometrist. They let the Optometrist focus more heavily on diagnosing and treating eye conditions.
Important skills for an Optical Assistant include strong communication, excellent attention to detail, and good manual dexterity. They should also have a basic understanding of optics and be able to operate optical equipment. Certification is not always required, but some employers may prefer candidates with a Certified Paraoptometric (CPO) certification or a similar credential. Prior to becoming an Optical Assistant, a person may have roles such as Receptionist in an Optometry office, Customer Service Representative in a vision care center, or a Sales Associate in an optical goods store.

Medical Receptionist- Training Provided!
- Eye Care Partners
- Ottawa, KS
- 1 day ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Ottawa, KS
- 1 day ago
EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

Surgical Coordinator - West Side and Blue Ash
- Eye Care Partners
- Blue Ash, OH
- 1 day ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Blue Ash, OH
- 1 day ago
EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

Surgical Coordinator - Fairfield
- Eye Care Partners
- Fairfield, OH
- 1 day ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Fairfield, OH
- 1 day ago
EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

Surgical Coordinator - Eastgate and Edgewood KY
- Eye Care Partners
- Edgewood, KY
- 1 day ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Edgewood, KY
- 1 day ago
EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

Surgical Coordinator - Eastgate and Blue Ash
- Eye Care Partners
- Blue Ash, OH
- 1 day ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Blue Ash, OH
- 1 day ago
EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

Surgical Coordinator - Clifton and Blue Ash
- Eye Care Partners
- Blue Ash, OH
- 1 day ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Blue Ash, OH
- 1 day ago
EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

- Eye Care Partners
- Lakeland, FL
- 1 day ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Lakeland, FL
- 1 day ago
EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

Medical Assistant - Willing to Train!
- Eye Care Partners
- Kansas City, MO
- 1 day ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Kansas City, MO
- 1 day ago
, pressures, and performing a variety of diagnostic tests including visual fields, OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto refractor and topography Demonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms...

- Eye Care Partners
- Huntsville, AL
- 1 day ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Huntsville, AL
- 1 day ago
EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

- Eye Care Partners
- Kansas City, MO
- 2 days ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Kansas City, MO
- 2 days ago
EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

- Eye Care Partners
- Lexington, KY
- 2 days ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Lexington, KY
- 2 days ago
EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

Office Manager - optical experience required
- Eye Care Partners
- Red Bank, NJ
- 2 days ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Red Bank, NJ
- 2 days ago
EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

Merchandise Planning Coordinator
- Eye Care Partners
- Ballwin, MO
- 2 days ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Ballwin, MO
- 2 days ago
EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

Surgery Coordinator - Part Time
- Comprehensive EyeCare Partners
- Austin, TX
- 2 days ago
- Comprehensive EyeCare Partners
- Austin, TX
- 2 days ago
Comprehensive EyeCare Partners is one of the nations largest vision care management service organization. CompEye is focused on providing best-in-class, full-spectrum practice management and...

- Acuity Eye Group/ Retina Institute of California
- Pasadena, CA
- 3 days ago
- Acuity Eye Group/ Retina Institute of California
- Pasadena, CA
- 3 days ago
Instruct clients in how to wear and care for eyeglasses and contact lenses....
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The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Optical Assistant position
- Phlebotomy
- Lensometry
- Contact Lens
- Visual Field Testing
- Pre-Testing
- Injections
- Vital Signs
- Electrocardiogram
- Suture Removal
- Medical Assistant Certified
- Referrals
- Rooming Patients
- Eye Care
- IV Infusion
- Registered Medical Assistant
- Autorefractor
- Optometry
- Tonometry
- Keratometry
- Corneal Topography
- Dilation
- Refraction
- Tono-Pen
- A-Scans
- Class Of Trade
- Frame Selection
- Eye Exams
- Topography
- Patient Recall
- IOLMaster
- Scribing
- Non Contact Tonometer
- Scribe
- Surgery Scheduling
- Ophthalmology
- Medical Assisting
- Patient Care
- Basic Life Support
- Scheduling Appointments
- HIPAA
- Electronic Medical Records
- Health Care
- Reception
- General Office Duties
- Administrative Skills
- Military Background
- Retail
- High School Diploma
- Friendliness
- Telephone Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Documentation
- Filing
- Inventory Management
- Multitasking
- Policy Development
- Problem Solving
- Sales
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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