Optical Assistant Jobs in New Hampshire

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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Ophthalmic Assistant

  • Lebanon, NH
  • 10 hours ago
  • Lebanon, NH
  • 10 hours ago

Overview Assists with all clinical duties required of an ophthalmic assistant including (but not limited to) monitoring patient arrivals, performing basic eye exams, gathering and documentation of...

Front Desk Receptionist

  • Rochester, NH
  • 3 days ago
  • Rochester, NH
  • 3 days ago

Join Our Visionary Team as a Front Desk Receptionist at Rochester Eye Care Associates! Are you ready to be the welcoming face and the heartbeat of a cutting-edge optical experience? Rochester Eye...

Medical Assistant - Epping Pediatrics

  • Epping, NH
  • 5 days ago
  • Epping, NH
  • 5 days ago

Exeter Hospital, Core Physicians, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, proudly serve the beautiful NH seacoast region. Our principal mission is to work together to create healthier communities. What...

Medical Assistant - Bedford, NHNew

  • Bedford, NH
  • 7 days ago
  • Bedford, NH
  • 7 days ago

New Medical Assistant - Bedford, NH Bedford, NH Position Summary: The Medical Assistant plays a pivotal role in supporting dermatology physicians by delivering high-quality patient care....

Ophthalmic Assistant

  • Lebanon, NH
  • 8 days ago
  • Lebanon, NH
  • 8 days ago

Benefits We Offer: + Comprehensive health, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability plans + Competitive pay rates + Referral opportunities? Refer a friend & Cash in! + Travel...

Receptionist - Ophthalmology

  • Keene, NH
  • 12 days ago
  • Keene, NH
  • 12 days ago

Schedule patients for appointments in an efficient and timely manner both over the phone and in person. Greet patients arriving for care and direct as appropriate. May be required to participate...

Ophthalmic Assistant - Ophthalmology, Per Diem

  • Keene, NH
  • 19 days ago
  • Keene, NH
  • 19 days ago

Performs testing to include visual acuity measurement, color vision, lensometry, keratometry, pupil function, tonometry, confrontation visual fields, evaluations of EOM's and all other patient services...

Medical Assistant - General Surgery (Part time with Benefits)

  • Exeter, NH
  • 19 days ago
  • Exeter, NH
  • 19 days ago

Exeter Hospital and Core Physicians, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, proudly serve the beautiful NH seacoast region. Our principal mission is to work together to create healthier communities....

Ophthalmic Assistant - Part-Time

  • Lebanon, NH
  • 21 days ago
  • Lebanon, NH
  • 21 days ago

Overview Position is part-time, 8 hours per week. Assists with all clinical duties required of an ophthalmic assistant including (but not limited to) monitoring patient arrivals, performing basic...

Patient Care Coordinator Full Time

  • Portsmouth, NH
  • 24 days ago
  • Portsmouth, NH
  • 24 days ago

. + Obtain patient medical history, conduct eye health tests including taking retinal images, auto refraction, keratometry, tonometry, lensometry and other ancillary testing such as ocular mortality...

Medical Assistant - Dermatology

  • Dover, NH
  • 25 days ago
  • Dover, NH
  • 25 days ago

Medical Assistant - Dermatology Dover, New Hampshire MUST: Experienced Medical Assistant Must have 1 plus years of experience a Medical Assistant Must have EMR experience; Knowledge of working...

Patient Service/Front Desk Coordinator

  • Merrimack, NH
  • 25 days ago
  • Merrimack, NH
  • 25 days 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...

Elliot Health Systems - Medical Assistant I - Manchester Doorway - Full Time

  • Manchester, NH
  • 28 days ago
  • Manchester, NH
  • 28 days ago

Come work at the best place to give and receive care! Job Description: Who We Are: Elliot Health Systems Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) provide...

Medical Assistant ENT/Exeter

  • Exeter, NH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Exeter, NH
  • 30+ days ago

Medical Assistant ENT/Exeter + Full Time + Exeter, NH 03833 ( + Posted 2 weeks ago **Core Physicians LLC** Req#14584 **Req#:** 14584 **Full Time,Day Shift** Monday-Friday 8 am-4:30 pm. Occasional...

Medical Assistant Family Practice/Internal Med Exeter

  • Exeter, NH
  • 60+ days ago
  • Exeter, NH
  • 60+ days ago

Medical Assistant - Family Practice/Internal Med Exeter Full Time Exeter, NH 03833 Posted 4 days ago Core Physicians LLC Req#14447 Req#: 14447 Full Time,Day Shift 8:00AM - 5:00PM The Medical...

Demographic Data for New Hampshire

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Optical Assistant Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Optical Assistant Jobs in New Hampshire

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 New Hampshire offer the following education background
High School or GED
28.6%
Bachelor's Degree
25.2%
Associate's Degree
17.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.9%
Doctorate Degree
5.1%
Master's Degree
3.9%
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 New Hampshire
Less than 1 year
61.2%
None
20.2%
2-4 years
17.7%
1-2 years
0.9%



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