Optical Assistant Jobs in Tennessee

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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Optometric Assistant

  • Oak Ridge, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN
  • 6 days ago

Optometric Assistant 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars 373 South Illinois Avenue, Oak Ridge, TN 37830 Hourly Wage: $17 - $25 per/hour The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage...

Patient Service/Front Desk Coordinator

  • Humboldt, TN
  • 12 days ago
  • Humboldt, TN
  • 12 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...

Optometric Assistant Part Time

  • Johnson City, TN
  • 20 days ago
  • Johnson City, TN
  • 20 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

  • Memphis, TN
  • 22 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 22 days ago

MEDICAL ASSISTANT TeamHealth Memphis, TN (Onsite) Full-Time Job Details JOB DESCRIPTION OVERVIEW: The Medical Assistant provides a variety of administrative, patient care services and...

Primary Care Medical Assistant

  • Sevierville, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sevierville, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Posting Title Primary Care Medical Assistant Overview Fast Pace Health strives to provide a best in class patient experience in every interaction. We are seeking a highly-skilled, experienced...

Ophthalmic Assistant PRN

  • Franklin, TN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 60+ days ago

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center : Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals...

Demographic Data for Tennessee

Moving to Tennessee? Find some basic demographic data about Tennessee below.


Local
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143,447

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Salary for Optical Assistant Jobs in Tennessee

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



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