Optical Office Staff Jobs in Alabama

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

Patient Coordinator

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...

Lasik Patient Care Coordinator - Birmingham, AL

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago

We are Growing! Join us at LasikPlus, LVI & TLC! Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding career opportunity at a second-generation family-owned business working alongside world-class...

Medical Assistant

  • Fairhope, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Fairhope, AL
  • 3 days ago

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

LensCrafters - EyeCare Advisor

  • Mobile, AL
  • 11 days ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 11 days ago

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

Front Office Specialist

  • Enterprise, AL
  • 11 days ago
  • Enterprise, AL
  • 11 days ago

SUMMARY A Front Office Specialist is trained to act as the first point of contact, setting the tone for a world class Total Patient Experience. This employee will also perform the necessary...

TV T167 Patient Care Coordinator, Basden Eye Care

  • Auburn, AL
  • 13 days ago
  • Auburn, AL
  • 13 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...

LensCrafters - EyeCare Advisor

  • Mobile, AL
  • 13 days ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 13 days ago

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

Patient Care Coordinator Part Time

  • Madison, AL
  • 16 days ago
  • Madison, AL
  • 16 days ago

Obtain patient medical history, conduct eye health tests including taking retinal images, auto refraction, keratometry, tonometry, lensometry and other ancillary testing such as ocular mortality, pupillary...

LensCrafters - EyeCare Advisor

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 30+ days ago

lens inventory; provides clinical support to the Optometrist as needed....

Optical Consultant, Basden Eye Care

  • Auburn, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Auburn, AL
  • 30+ 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...

Optics Technician I - Kwajalein Atoll - 3657

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 30+ days ago

Ready to launch your career? Be part of the next generation of access to space at one of the World's Premier Gateways to Space! RGNext employees open portals to space by providing operation and...

Medical Assistant

  • Foley, AL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Foley, AL
  • 45+ days ago

Medical Assistant/Foley, AL-Temp to Perm Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm pay rate $19-$21hr Responsibilities: Greet and prepare patients for provider examination by obtaining patient history,...

Patient Care Coordinator, Basden Eyecare

  • Auburn, AL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Auburn, AL
  • 45+ 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...

Regional Medical Assistant Float

  • Foley, AL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Foley, AL
  • 45+ days ago

Overview Our purpose is Better Health. Specializing in primary care for patients 65+ is our passion. Whats Your Why? Are you looking for a career opportunity that will help you grow personally and...

Demographic Data for Alabama

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


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Optical Office Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Optical Office Staff Jobs in Alabama

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 Alabama offer the following education background
High School or GED
28.6%
Bachelor's Degree
25.2%
Associate's Degree
17.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.9%
Doctorate Degree
5.1%
Master's Degree
3.9%
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 Alabama
Less than 1 year
61.2%
None
20.2%
2-4 years
17.7%
1-2 years
0.9%



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