Optical Assistant Jobs in New York
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.
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...
Notify patients when their contact lenses are available for dispensing. Have a working knowledge of contact lens brands and parameters....
Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine/Pulmonary
- White Plains, NY
- 11 hours ago
- White Plains, NY
- 11 hours 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...
Offsite Lead Medical Assistant-Brooklyn Heights - Ophthalmology - Full Time - Days
- New York, NY
- 12 hours ago
- New York, NY
- 12 hours ago
The Offsite Medical Assistant Team Lead is responsible for assisting physicians with patient care, obtaining vital statistics as well as providing clerical and organizational tasks such as...
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...
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...
Licensed Optical Assistant Manager - Rockefeller Center
- New York City, NY
- 23 hours ago
- New York City, NY
- 23 hours ago
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Optical Assistant / Optician Midtown Manhattan (Zip Code 10036) $20.00 $24.00 per hour Send resumes to: ......
We provide a wide range of vision care services including full-scope optometric patient care, ocular disease management, routine comprehensive eye exams, refractive services, Vision Therapy, and more...
May assist with patient contact lens insertion and removal training Performs stocking and maintenance functions. Maintains physical environment of exam and procedure rooms....
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...
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR Spectrum Vision Partners (“SVP”) and OCLI Vision (“OCLI”) work together to provide world class eye care to our patients to improve their lives. SVP, the management services...
We provide a wide range of vision care services including full-scope optometric patient care, ocular disease management, routine comprehensive eye exams, refractive services, Vision Therapy, and more...
Licensed Optical Assistant Manager - Washington St.
- New York City, NY
- 2 days ago
- New York City, NY
- 2 days ago
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North Country Orthopaedic Group- Medical Assistant - Orthopedics– Per Diem Days - Req #8782 Pay range: Certified: $18.51-$28.70* Uncertified $17.45-$27.05* We're looking for a Medical Assistant to...
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Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Optical Assistant positions.
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Optical Assistants in New York offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Optical Assistant position
- Phlebotomy
- Lensometry
- Contact Lens
- Visual Field Testing
- Pre-Testing
- Injections
- Vital Signs
- Electrocardiogram
- Suture Removal
- Medical Assistant Certified
- Referrals
- Rooming Patients
- Eye Care
- IV Infusion
- Autorefractor
- Optometry
- Tonometry
- Keratometry
- Corneal Topography
- Dilation
- Fundus Photography
- Applanation Tonometry
- Refraction
- Pachymetry
- Tono-Pen
- Scribing
- A-Scans
- Visual Acuities
- Class Of Trade
- Eye Exams
- Topography
- Patient Recall
- IOLMaster
- Non Contact Tonometer
- Slit Lamp Exam
- Refractometry
- Scribe
- Ophthalmology
- Medical Assisting
- Patient Care
- Basic Life Support
- Scheduling Appointments
- HIPAA
- Electronic Medical Records
- Health Care
- General Office Duties
- Administrative Skills
- Retail
- Military Background
- High School Diploma
- Friendliness
- Telephone Skills
- Documentation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Filing
- Policy Development
- Inventory Management
- Multitasking
- Problem Solving
- Sales
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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