Optical Office Staff Jobs in Birmingham, AL

An Optical Office Staff plays a crucial role in the optometry industry by handling numerous administrative and customer service tasks that contribute to a smooth functioning of an optical clinic or store. They are typically responsible for greeting and checking in patients, scheduling appointments, maintaining patient records, processing payments, and assisting with eye wear sales and fittings. They may also be tasked with performing preliminary eye tests and communicating with insurance companies. A strong understanding of optometry terminology, excellent communication skills, and attention to detail are imperative for this role.

Before becoming an Optical Office Staff, an individual might have held positions such as Receptionist, Customer Service Representative, or Administrative Assistant. To excel as an Optical Office Staff, one should possess certifications in medical billing and coding or optometric assistant certification, although requirements may vary depending on the specific role and employer. Other valuable skills include proficiency with office software, the ability to multitask efficiently, and a friendly and professional demeanor. Experience in the healthcare field, particularly in an optometry or ophthalmology setting, can be advantageous.

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Eye Care Partners

Front Office Specialist - Training Provided

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

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...

Primary Care Medical Assistant

  • Adger, AL (24 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Adger, AL (24 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 8 hours 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...

Target Optical - EyeCare Advisor

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 2 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 2 days ago

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

Target Optical - EyeCare Advisor

  • Birmingham, AL (10 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (10 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 4 days ago

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

Medical Assistant

  • Mountain Brook, AL (4 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Mountain Brook, AL (4 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 5 days ago

Overview Come join our team! We have an immediate need for a Medical Assistant in our Mountain Brook, Alabama clinic! If you are ready to make an impact every day, and thrive in a fast-paced...

LensCrafters - EyeCare Advisor

  • Mountain Brook, AL (4 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Mountain Brook, AL (4 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 9 days ago

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

LensCrafters - EyeCare Advisor

  • Birmingham, AL (6 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (6 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 11 days ago

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

Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to applicants who have completed a residency program related to ocular disease or cornea/contact lenses....

Demographic Data for Birmingham, AL

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Salary for Optical Office Staff Jobs in Birmingham, AL

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 Office Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Optical Office Staffs in Birmingham, AL 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 Office Staffs in Birmingham, AL
Less than 1 year
61.2%
None
20.2%
2-4 years
17.7%
1-2 years
0.9%



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