Optical Office Staff Jobs in Pasadena, CA

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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Acuity Eye Group/ Retina Institute of California

Optical Consultant Floater

Instruct clients in how to wear and care for eyeglasses and contact lenses....

Acuity Eye Group/ Retina Institute of California

Optical Consultant - Bi - lingual ( Spanish )

Instruct clients in how to wear and care for eyeglasses and contact lenses....

Medical Assistant (Outpatient), Full-Time Days, Specialty

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Centered in the heart of Boyle Heights, Adventist Health White Memorial is one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1913. We are comprised of a 353-bed hospital, three medical office...

Office optical assistant Optician (Fullerton)

  • Fullerton, CA (23 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fullerton, CA (23 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Office optical assistant Optician (Fullerton) (Fullerton) craigslist - Map data OpenStreetMap compensation: $19 to start employment type: employee's choice job title: Office optical assistant...

Ophthalmic Assistant De La Pena Eye Clinic Huntington Park

  • Huntington Park, CA (12 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Huntington Park, CA (12 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 1 day ago

To greet patients in a professional, courteous manner and obtain and document pertinent medical and ophthalmic patient history on the appropriate forms. This person is also responsible for basic...

Ophthalmic Assistant

  • La Mirada, CA (17 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • La Mirada, CA (17 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 4 days ago

The Ophthalmic Assistant performs patient-oriented procedures and services under the supervision of the department Office Manager, Administrative Manager and/or practitioner in the medical office...

Optical Dispenser De La Pena Eye Clinic Van Nuys

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 5 days ago

De La Pena Eye Clinic Summary This position is responsible for all dispensing and optical activities. This includes all technical procedures of fitting, necessary bench work and allied optical...

Optometric Assistant

  • Buena Park, CA (22 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Buena Park, CA (22 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 5 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,...

Lead Ophthalmic Assistant De La Pena Eye Clinic Van Nuys

  • Van Nuys, CA (21 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Van Nuys, CA (21 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Serves as lead worker to Ophthalmic Assistants. Performs tasks that the eye care provider delegates to them. Gathers historical medical information, takes measurements, and performs ancillary...

LensCrafters - EyeCare Advisor

  • Montebello, CA (9 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Montebello, CA (9 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 12 days ago

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

Medical Assistant (Outpatient), Full-Time, Day Shift

  • Glendale, CA (8 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Glendale, CA (8 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Nestled between Burbank and Pasadena, Adventist Health Glendale is one of the area's leading healthcare providers. We are comprised of a 515-bed hospital, two urgent cares, home care services,...

Medical Assistant I

  • Tarzana, CA (23 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Tarzana, CA (23 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Position Title: Medical Assistant Department: Primary Care Reports To: Primary Care Director POSITION SUMMARY Reports to the Director of Primary Care. Works under the direct supervision of the...

Optical Assistant Manager - West 3rd St.

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 24 days ago

employees' engagement and job satisfaction Support general store systems, inventory databases, and business operations Who you are: A licensed dispensing optician in states that require a license (or an ABO-certified...

Optical Assistant Manager - Studio City

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 25 days ago

employees' engagement and job satisfaction Support general store systems, inventory databases, and business operations Who you are: A licensed dispensing optician in states that require a license (or an ABO-certified...

Ophthalmic Assistant De La Pena Eye Clinic Van Nuys

  • Van Nuys, CA (21 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Van Nuys, CA (21 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 26 days ago

To greet patients in a professional, courteous manner and obtain and document pertinent medical and ophthalmic patient history on the appropriate forms. This person is also responsible for basic...

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Salary for Optical Office Staff Jobs in Pasadena, CA

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Highest Education Level

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



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