Optical Assistant Jobs in East Windsor, NJ

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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Eye Care Partners

Front Office Specialist

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

Office Manager - Optical experience required

Provide guidance and coaching on optical equipment, proper medical chart handling, insurance and billing, frame and contact lens selection, policies and procedures, and computer software....

imatters

Front Office Receptionist - Ophthalmology Practice

  • imatters
  • Branchburg, NJ (17 miles from East Windsor, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • imatters
  • Branchburg, NJ (17 miles from East Windsor, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Looking for a rewarding career in Vision Care? We have an exciting opportunity for you! We're currently hiring for a Front Desk/Receptionist in our Ophthalmology practice Why join us? We value...

Ophthalmic Assistant II

  • East Windsor, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • East Windsor, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Performs lensometry, automated refractometry, slit lamp exam including applanation tonometry and anterior chamber angle assessment, basic muscle balance testing, assesses pupils, confrontation visual...

Ophthalmic Assistant

  • Pennington, NJ (13 miles from East Windsor, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pennington, NJ (13 miles from East Windsor, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Performs lensometry, automated refractometry, slit lamp exam including applanation tonometry and anterior chamber angle assessment, basic muscle balance testing, assesses pupils, confrontation visual...

Optical Specialist

  • Watchung, NJ (22 miles from East Windsor, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Watchung, NJ (22 miles from East Windsor, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our me mbers and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

Medical Assistant - Internal / Family Medicine

  • Westfield, NJ (24 miles from East Windsor, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Westfield, NJ (24 miles from East Windsor, NJ)
  • 5 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...

Optometric Assistant Part Time - NJ

  • Ewing, NJ (14 miles from East Windsor, NJ)
  • 16 days ago
  • Ewing, NJ (14 miles from East Windsor, NJ)
  • 16 days 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,...

Medical Assistant/Medical Scribe - New Jersey

  • Trenton, NJ (13 miles from East Windsor, NJ)
  • 26 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (13 miles from East Windsor, NJ)
  • 26 days ago

At CVS Health, were building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nations leading...

Medical Assistant - Float - Primary Care

  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (24 miles from East Windsor, NJ)
  • 27 days ago
  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (24 miles from East Windsor, NJ)
  • 27 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 - Cardiology

  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (24 miles from East Windsor, NJ)
  • 28 days ago
  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (24 miles from East Windsor, NJ)
  • 28 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 - Urology

  • Princeton, NJ (7 miles from East Windsor, NJ)
  • 29 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (7 miles from East Windsor, NJ)
  • 29 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...

Sr. Optical Specialist - Lead - NJ

  • Ewing, NJ (14 miles from East Windsor, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ewing, NJ (14 miles from East Windsor, NJ)
  • 30+ days 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,...

Certified Medical Assistant

  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (24 miles from East Windsor, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (24 miles from East Windsor, NJ)
  • 45+ 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 I-Multispecialty-Staten Island, NY-Full Time-Day-Offsite

  • Hazlet, NJ (20 miles from East Windsor, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hazlet, NJ (20 miles from East Windsor, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

Description Medical Assistant I-Multispecialty-Staten Island, NY-Full Time-Day-Offsite The Offsite Medical Assistant I Provides clinical office support to Physicians & Surgeons and performs...

Demographic Data for East Windsor, NJ

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Salary for Optical Assistant Jobs in East Windsor, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Optical Assistants in East Windsor, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
29.0%
Bachelor's Degree
24.9%
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 East Windsor, NJ
Less than 1 year
61.2%
None
20.2%
2-4 years
17.7%
1-2 years
0.9%



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