Optical Office Staff Jobs in Florida

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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LensCrafters - EyeCare Advisor

  • Wellington, FL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Wellington, FL
  • 17 hours ago

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

LensCrafters - EyeCare Advisor

  • Orlando, FL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 17 hours ago

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

Patient Service/Front Desk Coordinator

  • Winter Haven, FL
  • 21 hours ago
  • Winter Haven, FL
  • 21 hours 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...

Ophthalmology Assistant - Pediatric Specialties and Urgent Care - Naples

  • Fort Myers Beach, FL
  • 22 hours ago
  • Fort Myers Beach, FL
  • 22 hours ago

Location:Summerlin Peds Ophthalmology -11390 Summerlin Square DriveFort Myers Beach FL 33931 Department: GCHSWF Pediatric Specialists - Collier Clinic Work Type: Full Time Shift: Shift 1/7:30:00...

Certified Medical Assistant

  • Gulf Breeze, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Gulf Breeze, FL
  • 1 day ago

Overview Come join our team! We have an immediate need for a Certified Medical Assistant in our Henghold Dermatology clinic! If you are ready to make an impact every day, and thrive in a...

Optometric Assistant Part Time

  • Saint Petersburg, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Petersburg, 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,...

Optometric Assistant

  • Port Charlotte, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Port Charlotte, FL
  • 1 day ago

Hourly Wage: $19.5 - $27.5 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

For Eyes - EyeCare Advisor

  • Miami, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 1 day ago

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

Medical Assistant

  • Saint Cloud, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Cloud, FL
  • 1 day 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...

Regional Medical Assistant Float

  • Saint Cloud, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Cloud, FL
  • 1 day 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...

Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding career opportunity at a second-generation family-owned business working alongside world-class Ophthalmologists and Optometrists with a leading...

LensCrafters - Lead EyeCare Advisor

  • Pembroke Pines, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Pembroke Pines, FL
  • 2 days ago

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

Certified Nursing Assistant/Certified Medical Assistant

  • Cocoa, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Cocoa, FL
  • 2 days ago

Experience & Requirements Flat rate: 19.00 Hours: 700am-330pm Monday-Friday (no weekends) Good computer/documentation/communication skills, phlebotomy experience a plus Requires to be Certified...

Medical Assistant (45216)

  • Delray Beach, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Delray Beach, FL
  • 2 days ago

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,...

LensCrafters - EyeCare Advisor

  • Orlando, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 3 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Florida

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


Local
National
21,536,064
615,315

Optical Office Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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This course concerns the theory and practice of optical methods in engineering and system design, with an emphasis on diffraction, statistical optics, holography, and imaging. It provides the...
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Salary for Optical Office Staff Jobs in Florida

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 Florida 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 Florida
Less than 1 year
61.2%
None
20.2%
2-4 years
17.7%
1-2 years
0.9%



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