Optical Office Staff Jobs in Michigan

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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Eye Care Partners

Patient Coordinator - Royal Oak

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...

Eye Care Partners

Patient Coordinator - Grandville

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...

Eye Care Partners

Medical Assistant - Huron Ophthalmology

, 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...

Medical Assistant

  • Detroit, MI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 7 hours 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...

lens trainings, intra ocular injection preps, scanning of the retina....

Optometric Assistant - Ful time - West Bloomfield

  • West Bloomfield, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • West Bloomfield, MI
  • 2 days ago

by performing preliminary testing, electronic medical record entries, contact lens classes, support duties, and post exam follow-up....

Patient Coordinator

  • Mount Pleasant, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Mount Pleasant, MI
  • 2 days ago

Summary As a Patient Coordinator, you're the heart of the patient experience! You'll be the friendly face and reassuring voice that welcomes patients into our practice, setting the tone for a...

Eye Care Assistant - Full time - Sterling Heights

  • Sterling Heights, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Sterling Heights, MI
  • 3 days ago

Visual Field Testing: Perform confrontation visual field and screening tests using automated and/or Frequency Doubling perimetry. Detect central field abnormalities with an Amsler grid....

Optometric Assistant - Ful time - West Bloomfield

  • West Bloomfield, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • West Bloomfield, MI
  • 3 days ago

testing, electronic medical record entries, contact lens classes, support duties, and post exam follow-up....

Optometric Assistant - Full time - Plymouth

  • Plymouth, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Plymouth, MI
  • 3 days ago

by performing preliminary testing, electronic medical record entries, contact lens classes, support duties, and post exam follow-up....

Medical Assistant

  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 3 days ago

Overview Come join our team! We have an immediate need for a Medical Assistant in our Ann Arbor, MI clinic! If you are ready to make an impact every day, and thrive in a fast-paced environment,...

Medical Assistant

  • Livonia, MI
  • 8 days ago
  • Livonia, MI
  • 8 days ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: Job Requirements / Qualifications A. Education / Accreditation / Licensure (required & preferred): High school diploma or equivalent required....

Eye Care Assistant - Part time - 24 hours - Troy

  • Troy, MI
  • 14 days ago
  • Troy, MI
  • 14 days ago

Visual Field Testing: Perform confrontation visual field and screening tests using automated and/or Frequency Doubling perimetry. Detect central field abnormalities with an Amsler grid....

Medical Assistant - Day Shift, Training Provided, Certification Reimbursement

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 14 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 14 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...

Ophthalmic Assistant Novice (TEMP)

  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 15 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 15 days ago

Once training is complete, you will feel confident in performing lensometry, refractometry, baseline external exams, visual field tests, automated keratometry, tonometry, and ancillary testing You will...

Demographic Data for Michigan

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Optical Office Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Optical Engineering
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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Atomic and Optical Physics II
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Salary for Optical Office Staff Jobs in Michigan

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 Michigan offer the following education background
High School or GED
28.6%
Bachelor's Degree
25.2%
Associate's Degree
16.9%
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 Michigan
Less than 1 year
61.2%
None
20.2%
2-4 years
17.7%
1-2 years
0.9%



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