Optical Office Staff Jobs in New Jersey
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.
- Eye Care Partners
- Hazlet, NJ
- 1 day ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Hazlet, NJ
- 1 day ago
EyeCare Partners is the nation's leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...
In Person
Office Manager - Optical or retail management experience required
- Eye Care Partners
- Eatontown, NJ
- 8 days ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Eatontown, NJ
- 8 days ago
EyeCare Partners is the nation's leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...
In PersonMedical Assistant - Internal / Family Medicine
- Summit Health
- Nutley, NJ
- 1 day ago
- Nutley, NJ
- 1 day ago
About Our Company Were a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care...
In PersonMedical Assistant - Cardiology
- Summit Health
- Berkeley Heights, NJ
- 2 days ago
- Berkeley Heights, NJ
- 2 days ago
About Our Company Were a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care...
In PersonAbout 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,...
In Person Part Time- EyeCare Partners, LLC
- Manchester Township, NJ
- 3 days ago
- Manchester Township, NJ
- 3 days ago
. * None National Contact Lens Examiners (NCLE) American Board of Opticianry (ABO) Licensed Dispensing Optician (LDO) Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) Certified...
In PersonAbout Our Company We're a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care...
In PersonAbout Our Company Were a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care...
In PersonPatient Care Coordinator, Northern Valley Eyecare
- FGXI Corporate
- Closter, NJ
- 5 days ago
- Closter, NJ
- 5 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...
In Person, 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...
In PersonOffice Manager - Optical or retail management experience required
- EyeCare Partners, LLC
- Eatontown, NJ
- 6 days ago
- Eatontown, NJ
- 6 days ago
. * None National Contact Lens Examiners (NCLE) American Board of Opticianry (ABO) Licensed Dispensing Optician (LDO) Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) Certified...
In PersonSURGICAL COORDINATOR WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR Spectrum Vision Partners (“SVP”) and OCLI Vision (“OCLI”) work together to provide world class eye care to our patients to improve lives. SVP, the...
In PersonMedical Assistant - Orthopedics
- Summit Health
- Florham Park, NJ
- 13 days ago
- Florham Park, NJ
- 13 days ago
About Our Company Were a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care...
In PersonGeneral Job functions: Demonstrates understanding of entire contact lens ordering process and patient. Demonstrates flexibility with various work schedules....
In PersonAbout 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,...
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The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Optical Office Staff position
- Lensometry
- Contact Lens
- Visual Field Testing
- Pre-Testing
- Injections
- Vital Signs
- Suture Removal
- Medical Assistant Certified
- Referrals
- Rooming Patients
- Eye Care
- Autorefractor
- Tonometry
- Optometry
- Eye Exams
- Refraction
- Keratometry
- Dilation
- Corneal Topography
- Pachymetry
- Applanation Tonometry
- Intraocular Pressure
- Tono-Pen
- Class Of Trade
- Patient Recall
- IOLMaster
- Slit Lamp Exam
- Vision Therapy
- Scribing
- Refractometry
- Non Contact Tonometer
- Scribe
- Topography
- Ophthalmology
- Medical Assisting
- Medical Records
- Patient Care
- Basic Life Support
- Electronic Medical Records
- Scheduling Appointments
- HIPAA
- Reception
- Health Care
- General Office Duties
- Inbound/Outbound Calling
- Retail
- Military Background
- High School Diploma
- Friendliness
- Documentation
- Inventory Management
- Filing
- Policy Development
- Telephone Skills
- Multitasking
- Sales
- Microsoft Excel
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork
- Customer Service
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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