Optical Assistant Jobs in California
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.
Daily Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive eye exams and vision tests Diagnose and treat various eye conditions and diseases Prescribe and fit contact lenses Perform visual field testing and pre-testing...
Optical Assistant, optician, optometric assistant
- Los Angeles, CA
- 14 days ago
- Los Angeles, CA
- 14 days ago
lens fitting, order contact lenses, general office duties to name a few....
Ophthalmic Assistant - Vision Center - Beverly Hills
- Beverly Hills, CA
- 7 days ago
- Beverly Hills, CA
- 7 days ago
Anterior Segments), Pupil Assessments, Motility Assessments, Visual Field Testing (confrontation/Amsler grids/Humphrey Visual Fields), Anterior Chamber Evaluation, Fundus Photography, IOL coherence...
Places contact lens orders, processes shipments and properly submits invoices for payment....
Places contact lens orders, processes shipments and properly submits invoices for payment....
Essential Responsibilities: Measures and records intraocular pressure (tonometry), neutralization of spectacles (lensometry), automated visual fields, autorefraction (in preparation for the subjective...
and manual lensometry, keratometry, visual field testing, APD, AR IOL Master, and other basic tests....
Overview Come join our team! We have an immediate need for a Medical Assistant in our Los Gaots, CA clinic! If you are ready to make an impact every day, and thrive in a fast-paced environment,...
Medical Assistant (Outpatient) - Full Time, VMC Internal Medicine, Visalia
- Visalia, CA
- 19 hours ago
- Visalia, CA
- 19 hours ago
Located in a tight-knit community in Kings County, Adventist Health Hanford has been serving the Central Valley since 1965. We are comprised of a 173-bed hospital and many outpatient clinics with...
, visual fields testing, lensometry, testing or color deficiency and depth perception or autorefraction....
Compensation range for the role is listed above. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by...
Places contact lens orders, processes shipments and properly submits invoices for payment....
Who We Are: Platinum Dermatology Partners is a network of high-quality dermatology clinics that focus on collaborative and innovative ideas to drive growth. We offer general dermatology, cosmetic,...
Patient Care Coordinator (Richmond District)
- San Francisco, CA
- 4 days ago
- San Francisco, CA
- 4 days ago
Processing sales of contact lens through phone calls or doctor transitions. Responsible for keeping the front desk organized at all times. Opening and closing procedures determined by practice....
SUMMARY: The Certified Medical Assistant helps care for physically or mentally ill individuals in a mental health, residential, and school setting. Applies specialty knowledge to participate in...
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Optical Assistants in California offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Optical Assistant position
- Lensometry
- Contact Lens
- Visual Field Testing
- Injections
- Vital Signs
- Electrocardiogram
- Suture Removal
- Medical Assistant Certified
- Referrals
- Rooming Patients
- Eye Care
- IV Infusion
- Registered Medical Assistant
- Autorefractor
- Optometry
- Pre-Testing
- Tonometry
- Refraction
- Keratometry
- Dilation
- Applanation Tonometry
- Pachymetry
- Tono-Pen
- Scribing
- A-Scans
- Eye Exams
- Frame Selection
- Class Of Trade
- Patient Recall
- Slit Lamp Exam
- IOLMaster
- Intraocular Pressure
- Refractometry
- Non Contact Tonometer
- Topography
- Scribe
- Ophthalmology
- Long-Term Disability
- Patient Care
- Medical Assisting
- Basic Life Support
- Scheduling Appointments
- HIPAA
- Electronic Medical Records
- Health Care
- Inbound/Outbound Calling
- Administrative Skills
- General Office Duties
- Military Background
- Retail
- Friendliness
- High School Diploma
- Documentation
- Telephone Skills
- Inventory Management
- Interpersonal Skills
- Filing
- Policy Development
- Multitasking
- Problem Solving
- Sales
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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