Optical Office Staff Jobs in North Carolina
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
- Charlotte, NC
- 8 days ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Charlotte, NC
- 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 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 TimeOphthalmic Assistant - NCEENT of North Durham
- Duke University
- Durham, NC
- 3 days ago
- Durham, NC
- 3 days ago
May assist with patient contact lens insertion and removal training. Performs stocking and maintenance functions. Maintains physical environment of exam and procedure rooms....
In PersonOphthalmic Assistant - Duke Eye Center of South Durham
- Duke University
- Durham, NC
- 3 days ago
- Durham, NC
- 3 days ago
May administer dilation or anesthetic drops or assist with patient contact lens insertion and removal training....
In PersonMay assist with patient contact lens insertion and removal training. Performs stocking and maintenance functions. Maintains physical environment of exam and procedure rooms....
In PersonTeamVision - Patient Care Coordinator
- EssilorLuxottica
- Salisbury, NC
- 4 days ago
- Salisbury, NC
- 4 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 PersonMay assist with patient contact lens insertion and removal training. Performs stocking and maintenance functions. Maintains physical environment of exam and procedure rooms....
In PersonOphthalmic Assistant, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist- Greensboro
- 400 Wake Forest University Health Sciences
- Greensboro, NC
- 5 days ago
- Greensboro, NC
- 5 days ago
, pupil exam, instilling ocular medication, and visual field testing....
In PersonOphthalmic Assistant, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist- Greensboro
- Atrium Health
- Greensboro, NC
- 5 days ago
- Greensboro, NC
- 5 days ago
Back to Search Results Ophthalmic Assistant, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist- Greensboro Greensboro, NC, United States Job ID: R241994 Shift: 1st Job Type: Regular Share: mail Share on...
In PersonTeamVision - Patient Care Coordinator
- FGXI Corporate
- Salisbury, NC
- 6 days ago
- Salisbury, NC
- 6 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 PersonYou will also: Order, dispense and collect glasses and contact lenses Support with eye-tests and pre-screening activities Provide aftercare support through repairs and adjustments Complete operational...
In Person- EyeCare Partners, LLC
- Indian Trail, NC
- 6 days ago
- Indian Trail, NC
- 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 PersonOphthalmic Assistant, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist- Greensboro
- Advocate Aurora Health
- Wake Forest, NC
- 7 days ago
- Wake Forest, NC
- 7 days ago
, pupil exam, instilling ocular medication, and visual field testing....
In PersonMay administer dilation or anesthetic drops or assist with patient contact lens insertion and removal training....
In PersonWe are pleased to offer services ranging from LASIK laser eye surgery, LenSx Laser Cataract Removal, oculoplastics, glaucoma treatment, in addition to routine eye exams and contact lens fittings....
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Optical Office Staffs in North Carolina offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
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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