Optical Assistant Jobs in Oviedo, FL

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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LensCrafters - EyeCare Advisor

  • Orlando, FL (13 miles from Oviedo, FL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL (13 miles from Oviedo, FL)
  • 18 hours ago

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

Optometric Assistant Part Time

  • Orlando, FL (13 miles from Oviedo, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Orlando, FL (13 miles from Oviedo, FL)
  • 1 day ago

About Us: Want to bring the “care” back to the vision care industry? We're looking for charismatic types who are ready to be the heart of our brand. Whether it's a friendly voice over the phone,...

Bilingual (Spanish) Lasik Patient Care Coordinator -Orlando, FL Area

  • Orlando, FL (13 miles from Oviedo, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (13 miles from Oviedo, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding career opportunity at a second-generation family-owned business working alongside world-class Ophthalmologists and Optometrists with a leading...

LensCrafters - EyeCare Advisor

  • Orlando, FL (11 miles from Oviedo, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (11 miles from Oviedo, FL)
  • 3 days ago

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

Medical Assistant/EMT - Interventional Pain -Gap students welcome Some travel required

  • Lake Mary, FL (10 miles from Oviedo, FL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Lake Mary, FL (10 miles from Oviedo, FL)
  • 10 days ago

Job Title: Medical Assistant / Emergency Medical Tech Interventional Pain Job Type: Full-Time Monday to Friday 7am-4pm Location: Hillsborough Ave Tampa Experience Level: Entry-Level (Ideal for...

Surgery Scheduler

  • Orlando, FL (13 miles from Oviedo, FL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (13 miles from Oviedo, FL)
  • 11 days ago

Our Mission is to deliver best-in-class ophthalmicand optometric care.Team members are hired to assist theorganization in building a differentiated integrated eye careplatform focused on superior...

Medical Assistant(Bilingual in Spanish)

  • Sanford, FL (12 miles from Oviedo, FL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Sanford, FL (12 miles from Oviedo, FL)
  • 22 days ago

Overview Our purpose is Better Health. Specializing in primary care for patients 65+ is our passion. Whats Your Why? Are you looking for a career opportunity that will help you grow personally and...

Medical Assistant

  • Apopka, FL (18 miles from Oviedo, FL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Apopka, FL (18 miles from Oviedo, FL)
  • 22 days ago

Overview Our purpose is Better Health. Specializing in primary care for patients 65+ is our passion. Whats Your Why? Are you looking for a career opportunity that will help you grow personally and...

Optical- Assistant Manager

  • Winter Garden, FL (24 miles from Oviedo, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Winter Garden, FL (24 miles from Oviedo, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Requisition ID: 886518 Store #: 005228 LensCrafters Position:Full-Time Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information LensCrafters is a place for visionaries. We've got a vision for pairing...

Regional Medical Assistant Float

  • Sanford, FL (12 miles from Oviedo, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sanford, FL (12 miles from Oviedo, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Our purpose is Better Health. Specializing in primary care for patients 65+ is our passion. Whats Your Why? Are you looking for a career opportunity that will help you grow personally and...

Medical Assistant

  • Winter Park, FL (10 miles from Oviedo, FL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Winter Park, FL (10 miles from Oviedo, FL)
  • 60+ days ago

Overview Come join our team! We have an immediate need for Medical Assistants in our Winter Park, FL clinics! If you are ready to make an impact every day, and thrive in a fast-paced environment,...

Demographic Data for Oviedo, FL

Moving to Oviedo, FL? Find some basic demographic data about Oviedo, FL below.


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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 I
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Salary for Optical Assistant Jobs in Oviedo, FL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Optical Assistant positions.



Highest Education Level

Optical Assistants in Oviedo, FL offer the following education background
High School or GED
28.8%
Bachelor's Degree
25.1%
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 Oviedo, FL
Less than 1 year
61.2%
None
20.2%
2-4 years
17.7%
1-2 years
0.9%



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