Optical Office Staff Jobs in California
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.
Healthcare Practice Administrator
- Acuity Eye Group/ Retina Institute of California
- Lancaster, CA
- 20 hours ago
- Acuity Eye Group/ Retina Institute of California
- Lancaster, CA
- 20 hours ago
SUMMARY: A Practice Manager is responsible for the daily operations of a medical office or clinic, from managing staff to handling patient interactions. Duties include assisting with the...
- Acuity Eye Group/ Retina Institute of California
- Pasadena, CA
- 5 days ago
- Acuity Eye Group/ Retina Institute of California
- Pasadena, CA
- 5 days ago
Instruct clients in how to wear and care for eyeglasses and contact lenses....
Optical Consultant - Bi - lingual ( Spanish )
- Acuity Eye Group/ Retina Institute of California
- Los Angeles, CA
- 5 days ago
- Acuity Eye Group/ Retina Institute of California
- Los Angeles, CA
- 5 days ago
Instruct clients in how to wear and care for eyeglasses and contact lenses....
Places contact lens orders, processes shipments and properly submits invoices for payment....
Places contact lens orders, processes shipments and properly submits invoices for payment....
Are you looking to get started in the healthcare field? We are a private practice optometry office willing to train the right person. If you are self-motivated, dependable, outgoing and...
Office is exam only, no optical sales or dispensing. Bilingual English and Spanish IS REQUIRED. Must possess excellent professional, computer and organizational skills and be able to multitask....
Clinica De Salud Del Valle De Salinas JOB SUMMARY:Provides indirect patient care in the office setting. Greets and registers patients. Verifies patient demographic and insurance information....
Places contact lens orders, processes shipments and properly submits invoices for payment....
Entry level position into surgical instrumentation, quality, or the technical services organization. Position performs multiple tasks on an assigned team. Tasks will typically be performed within...
Located in beautiful Northern California, Adventist Health Clear Lake has been a leading healthcare provider in Lake County since 1968. We are comprised of a 25-bed critical access hospital and...
The Medical Assistant (MA) performs nursing procedures and patient registration tasks and procedures. The MA reports to the Clinic Supervisor, whichever is appropriate to the designated site. This...
Who We Are: Platinum Dermatology Partners is a network of high-quality dermatology clinics that focus on collaborative and innovative ideas to drive growth. We offer general dermatology, cosmetic,...
The Medical Assistant (MA) performs nursing procedures and patient registration tasks and procedures. The MA reports to the Clinic Supervisor, whichever is appropriate to the designated site. This...
Medical Assistant (Outpatient) - Full Time, Corcoran Medical Office
- Corcoran, CA
- 3 days ago
- Corcoran, CA
- 3 days ago
Lying just inland between the State's coastal mountain ranges and the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Adventist Health Reedley has been serving the Central Valley since 2011. We are comprised of a 49-bed...
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Optical Office Staffs in California offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Optical Office Staff position
- Phlebotomy
- Lensometry
- Contact Lens
- Visual Field Testing
- Pre-Testing
- Injections
- Vital Signs
- Electrocardiogram
- Suture Removal
- Medical Assistant Certified
- Referrals
- Rooming Patients
- Eye Care
- IV Infusion
- Autorefractor
- Optometry
- Tonometry
- Keratometry
- Corneal Topography
- Dilation
- Refraction
- Applanation Tonometry
- Tono-Pen
- A-Scans
- Frame Selection
- Class Of Trade
- Eye Exams
- Topography
- Patient Recall
- IOLMaster
- Vision Therapy
- Scribing
- Non Contact Tonometer
- Scribe
- Ophthalmology
- Medical Assisting
- Patient Care
- Medical Records
- Basic Life Support
- Scheduling Appointments
- HIPAA
- Electronic Medical Records
- Health Care
- General Office Duties
- Retail
- Military Background
- High School Diploma
- Friendliness
- Telephone Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Documentation
- Filing
- Inventory Management
- Multitasking
- Policy Development
- Sales
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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