Optical Office Staff Jobs in Louisiana

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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Medical Assistant

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 3 days ago

Were unique. You should be, too. Were changing lives every day. For both our patients and our team members. Are you innovative and entrepreneurial minded? Is your work ethic and ambition off the...

Certified Medical Assistant-Primary Care Clinic- Jefferson Place

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 4 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 4 days ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate,** **and innovate. We believe** **that every award...

Certified Medical Assistant- Primary Care Clinic- Prairieville

  • Prairieville, LA
  • 4 days ago
  • Prairieville, LA
  • 4 days ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned,...

Certified Medical Assistant- OBGYN Clinic- Lake Charles

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 4 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 4 days ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned,...

Medical Assistant - Psychiatry Clinic

  • Slidell, LA
  • 4 days ago
  • Slidell, LA
  • 4 days ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned,...

Certified Medical Assistant- Ortho/Sports Med Clinic - Baton Rouge

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 4 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 4 days ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned,...

Medical Assistant - Sports Medicine - Full Time (Days) - Jeff Hwy

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 5 days ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate,** **and innovate. We believe** **that every award...

Patient Access Rep / Medical Assistant

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 5 days ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned,...

Certified Medical Assistant - Pediatric Urology Clinic- Baton Rouge

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 5 days ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned,...

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Unit Secretary Medical ICU - Full Time - Days

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 7 days ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned,...

Lasik Patient Care Coordinator - New Orleans, LA

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 13 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 13 days 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...

Optometry Assistant

  • Alexandria, LA
  • 15 days ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 15 days ago

Apply Job Type Part-time Description Aria Care Partners is the national leader in providing onsite dental, vision, hearing, and podiatry care to over 3500 long-term care and skilled nursing...

Front Desk Receptionist Job Mandeville, LA

  • Mandeville, LA
  • 19 days ago
  • Mandeville, LA
  • 19 days ago

Apply Now Why Youll Love This Job Join Our Visionary Team as a Front Desk Receptionist at Connor Eye Care! Are you ready to be the welcoming face and the heartbeat of a cutting-edge optical...

Target Optical - EyeCare Advisor

  • Monroe, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Monroe, LA
  • 30+ days ago

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

Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Salary for Optical Office Staff Jobs in Louisiana

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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



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