Optical Assistant Jobs in Connecticut

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.

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Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine

  • Wethersfield, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Wethersfield, CT
  • 1 day ago

About Our Company Were a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care...

Patient Service/Front Desk Coordinator

  • Naugatuck, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Naugatuck, CT
  • 1 day ago

About the role See yourself starting a new career journey? As a Patient Service Coordinator at MyEyeDr. you play an essential role by providing personalized patient experiences through the...

Job Description Summary: Job Description: **Full Time Opportunity, Monday- Friday with one Saturday per month, $21/hour plus healthcare benefits. Position entails travel, must have reliable...

LensCrafters - EyeCare Advisor

  • Avon, CT
  • 7 days ago
  • Avon, CT
  • 7 days ago

Places contact lens orders, processes shipments and properly submits invoices for payment....

Medical Assistant

  • Middlebury, CT
  • 7 days ago
  • Middlebury, CT
  • 7 days ago

Assists in the delivery of primary health care and patient care management by performing selected clinical and administrative duties. Duties and Responsibilities: Assists provider in preparing for...

Medical Assistant - Float Orthopedics

  • Stamford, CT
  • 8 days ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 8 days ago

About Our Company We're a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care...

Medical Assistant - OBGYN

  • Hartford, CT
  • 11 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 11 days ago

About Our Company Were a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care...

Medical Assistant (MA) - OPD Specialty Community Clinics

  • Hartford, CT
  • 14 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 14 days ago

Description Job Schedule: Part Time Standard Hours: 24 Job Shift: Shift 1 Shift Details: 3 days per week, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM Work where every moment matters. Every day, almost 30,000 Hartford...

Medical Assistant - Cardiology

  • Granby, CT
  • 16 days ago
  • Granby, CT
  • 16 days ago

About Our Company We're a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care...

Medical Assistant--Middletown (FT)--$500 Sign On Bonus!

  • Middletown, CT
  • 17 days ago
  • Middletown, CT
  • 17 days ago

Job Description Summary: Job Description: **Full Time Opportunity Monday- Thursday (10 Hour Days) with one Saturday per month, $21/hour plus healthcare benefits** On a daily basis, provides...

Medical Assistant - Orthopedics

  • Stamford, CT
  • 23 days ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 23 days ago

About Our Company Were a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care...

Prenatal/OB Medical Assistant (FT)--Meriden

  • Meriden, CT
  • 29 days ago
  • Meriden, CT
  • 29 days ago

Job Description Summary: Job Description: **Full Time Opportunity, Monday- Friday with one Saturday per month, $21/hour** On a daily basis, provides clinical and technical support for primary care...

Medical Assistant -New Britain (FT)--$500 Sign On Bonus!

  • New Britain, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Britain, CT
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description Summary: Job Description: **Full Time Opportunity, Monday- Friday with one Saturday per month, $21/hour plus healthcare benefits** On a daily basis, provides clinical and technical...

Medical Assistant - SCRC (Full Time, Part Time, and Per Diem)

  • New Haven, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 30+ days ago

Reporting to the Nurse Manager or designee, the Medical Assistant/Certified Nursing Assistant (MA) acts as an advocate for patients seeking and receiving care in the Center and interprets the...

Optometric Asst Sam's Club, Part time

  • Danbury, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Danbury, CT
  • 30+ days ago

state and federal laws in maintaining and filing records, requesting, reviewing and processing insurance, collecting payments for doctor services, and performing and recording results of optometric pre-tests...

Demographic Data for Connecticut

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Optical Assistant Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Optical Engineering
This course concerns the theory and practice of optical methods in engineering and system design, with an emphasis on diffraction, statistical optics, holography, and imaging. It provides the...
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Atomic and Optical Physics II
This is the second of a two-semester subject sequence beginning with Atomic and Optical Physics I (8.421) that provides the foundations for contemporary research in selected areas of atomic and...

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Salary for Optical Assistant Jobs in Connecticut

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireOptometry research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Optical Assistant positions.



Highest Education Level

Optical Assistants in Connecticut offer the following education background
High School or GED
29.2%
Bachelor's Degree
24.8%
Associate's Degree
16.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.9%
Doctorate Degree
5.1%
Master's Degree
3.8%
Some College
3.3%
Some High School
1.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Optical Assistants in Connecticut
Less than 1 year
61.2%
None
20.2%
2-4 years
17.7%
1-2 years
0.9%



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