Optical Assistant Jobs in South Carolina

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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Dental Front Desk Position

  • Chapin, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Chapin, SC
  • 1 day ago

Hiring a Full Time Front Desk Position. Lake Murray Pediatric Dentistry is a privatelly owned pediatric dental office located in beautiful Chapin, SC. We are looking to hire a full time Front Desk...

CEP - Ophthalmic Assistant

  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • 2 days ago

Conduct visual field tests to measure field of vision. Instruct patients in the care and use of contact lenses....

Certified Medical Assistant

  • Lexington, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Lexington, SC
  • 5 days ago

LFP Old Cherokee Full Time Day Shift Mon-Th 7:45-5:30 Fri 7:45-1:00 Sign-On Bonus: 3500 Consistently named best hospital, Lexington Medical Center anchors an expansive health care network that...

Ophthalmic Assistant

  • West Columbia, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • West Columbia, SC
  • 6 days ago

Duties & Responsibilities Perform pre-exam testing to include visual acuity assessment, including pinhole and glare testing, confrontational visual field testing, assess extra ocular muscles, pupillary...

Medical Assistant I - Union 42 Primary Care

  • Florence, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • Florence, SC
  • 6 days ago

Medical Assistant I - Union 42 Primary Care Medical Assistant I - Union 42 Primary Care locations Florence, Kentucky time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id JR305025 Job...

Medical Assistant (Scribe), FT McLeod Neurology Seacoast

  • Little River, SC
  • 9 days ago
  • Little River, SC
  • 9 days ago

Medical Assistant (Scribe), FT McLeod Neurology Seacoast Little River, SC, United States (On-site) JOB DESCRIPTION Looking for a candidate who has previous scribe experience - Essential Functions...

Certified Medical Assistant Resident

  • West Columbia, SC
  • 10 days ago
  • West Columbia, SC
  • 10 days ago

PN Clinical Support Services Full Time Day Shift Mon-Fri; 8am - 5pm Consistently named best hospital, Lexington Medical Center anchors an expansive health care network that includes nearly 600...

LensCrafters - EyeCare Advisor

  • North Charleston, SC
  • 10 days ago
  • North Charleston, SC
  • 10 days ago

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

Medical Assistant

  • Lexington, SC
  • 12 days ago
  • Lexington, SC
  • 12 days ago

Lexington Podiatry - Lexington Full Time Day Shift 7:45-5:30 Monday-Friday Sign-On Bonus: Up to $1,500 Consistently named best hospital, Lexington Medical Center anchors an expansive health care...

Surgery Coordinator

  • Mt Pleasant, SC
  • 14 days ago
  • Mt Pleasant, SC
  • 14 days ago

Company Overview The surgeons and staff of Carolina Cataract & Laser Center know that you have a choice when deciding who to trust with your eye care. Our highly-skilled surgeons and staff treat...

Referral Specialist, Ophthalmology, PRN, Variable

  • Columbia, SC
  • 18 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 18 days ago

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference. Job Summary To provide our patients a seamless entry in to the Prisma Health experience. The Referral Specialist interfaces with patients...

Triangle Visions of Greenwood Patient Care Coordinator

  • Greenwood, SC
  • 19 days ago
  • Greenwood, SC
  • 19 days ago

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...

Medical Front Office

  • Florence, SC
  • 20 days ago
  • Florence, SC
  • 20 days ago

The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the front desk operations, providing excellent customer service, and assisting with optical sales....

Medical Assistant (MA) Podiatry Florence

  • Florence, SC
  • 20 days ago
  • Florence, SC
  • 20 days ago

Medical Assistant (MA) Podiatry Florence Medical Assistant (MA) Podiatry Florence locations Florence, Kentucky time type Full time posted on Posted 5 Days Ago job requisition id JR304735 Job Type:...

CEP Surgical Counselor

  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • 21 days ago
  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • 21 days ago

They are the liaison between the patient and clinical staff for all surgical patients and will focus on building the relationships with patients investing in Cataract and Refractive Surgery....

Demographic Data for South Carolina

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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...
Atomic and Optical Physics II
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Salary for Optical Assistant Jobs in South Carolina

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 South Carolina 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 South Carolina
Less than 1 year
61.2%
None
20.2%
2-4 years
17.7%
1-2 years
0.9%



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