Optical Office Staff Jobs in Largo, FL

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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Optometric Assistant Part Time

  • Saint Petersburg, FL (14 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL (14 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 1 day 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,...

Plastics Surgery Medical Assistant

  • Clearwater, FL (4 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Clearwater, FL (4 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 6 days ago

St. Luke's Cataract & Laser Institute is seeking a full-time Plastic Surgery Medical Assistant to join our Reflections Plastic Surgery team. Company Mission Life Changing Vision is a mission...

Patient Service/Front Desk Coordinator Part Time

  • Clearwater, FL (4 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Clearwater, FL (4 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 8 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...

Medical Receptionist

  • Clearwater, FL (4 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Clearwater, FL (4 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 11 days ago

Medical Receptionist - Clearwater St. Luke's Cataract & Laser Institute is looking to hire a full-time, medical receptionist to join our team at our Clearwater location. Company Mission "Life...

Patient Service/Front Desk Coordinator

  • Tampa, FL (21 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (21 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 24 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...

Surgery Scheduler - The Eye Institute of West Florida

  • Largo, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Largo, FL
  • 30+ days ago

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...

Medical Assistant

  • Holiday, FL (19 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Holiday, FL (19 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 30+ 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...

LensCrafters - EyeCare Advisor

  • Clearwater, FL (4 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Clearwater, FL (4 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Medical Assistant - Willing to Train!

  • Largo, FL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Largo, FL
  • 45+ days ago

, pressures, and performing a variety of diagnostic tests including visual fields, OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto refractor and topography Demonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms...

LensCrafters - EyeCare Advisor

  • Clearwater, FL (9 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Clearwater, FL (9 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Optical Consultant True Eye Experts New Tampa

  • Tampa, FL (21 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tampa, FL (21 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 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...

LensCrafters - EyeCare Advisor

  • Tampa, FL (17 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tampa, FL (17 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Lab Medical Asst IV - Tech Asst POC

  • New Port Richey, FL (22 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • New Port Richey, FL (22 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 45+ days ago

t BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services,...

Regional Medical Assistant Float

  • Largo, FL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Largo, FL
  • 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...

Medical Assistant (SIGN-ON-Bonus $2500)

  • Clearwater, FL (4 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Clearwater, FL (4 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 60+ 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 Largo, FL

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Optical Office Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Optical Office Staff Jobs in Largo, FL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Optical Office Staffs in Largo, FL offer the following education background
High School or GED
28.8%
Bachelor's Degree
25.1%
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 Largo, FL
Less than 1 year
61.2%
None
20.2%
2-4 years
17.7%
1-2 years
0.9%



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