Optical Office Staff Jobs in Pennsylvania

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 - Women's Health - Federal Street - Full Time

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 14 hours ago

Company :** Allegheny Health Network **Job Description :** **$1,000 Sign-On Bonus** ***Sign-On bonus is for External Hires only** **Recipient must stay with AHN for a minimum of 1 year**...

Company : Allegheny Health Network Job Description : $1,000 Sign-On Bonus Sign-On bonus is for External Hires only Recipient must stay with AHN for a minimum of 1 year Re-Hires may not have worked...

Pearle Vision - EyeCare Advisor

  • North Wales, PA
  • 14 hours ago
  • North Wales, PA
  • 14 hours ago

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

Medical Assistant - Occupational Health - Erie - Full Time

  • Erie, PA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 22 hours ago

Company : Allegheny Health Network Job Description : $1,000 Sign-On Bonus Sign-On bonus is for External Hires only Recipient must stay with AHN for a minimum of 1 year Re-Hires may not have worked...

Company : Allegheny Health Network Job Description : $1,000 Sign-On Bonus *Sign-On bonus is for External Hires only Recipient must stay with AHN for a minimum of 1 year Re-Hires may not have...

Company : Allegheny Health Network Job Description : $1,000 Sign-On Bonus *Sign-On bonus is for External Hires only Recipient must stay with AHN for a minimum of 1 year Re-Hires may not have...

Company : Allegheny Health Network Job Description : $1,000 Sign-On Bonus *Sign-On bonus is for External Hires only Recipient must stay with AHN for a minimum of 1 year Re-Hires may not have...

Company : Allegheny Health Network Job Description : GENERAL OVERVIEW: Under the direction of the provider and as a member of the health care team, assists in coordinating the examination,...

Pearle Vision - Part Time EyeCare Advisor

  • North Wales, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • North Wales, PA
  • 3 days ago

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

Company : Allegheny Health Network Job Description : GENERAL OVERVIEW: Assists physicians and extenders in providing proper medical and clerical support for the various orthopedic practice...

Patient Service/Front Desk Coordinator

  • Mechanicsburg, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Mechanicsburg, PA
  • 3 days 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...

Optometric Assistant Part Time

  • Bensalem, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Bensalem, PA
  • 3 days 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,...

Optical Consultant

  • Langhorne, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Langhorne, PA
  • 4 days ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

Medical Assistant - Senior Living

  • Plymouth Meeting, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Plymouth Meeting, PA
  • 4 days ago

Curana Health is a provider of value-based primary care services for the senior living industry, including skilled nursing facilities, assisted & independent living communities, Memory Care units,...

Pearle Vision - Part Time EyeCare Advisor

  • North Wales, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • North Wales, PA
  • 5 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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


Local
National
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Salary for Optical Office Staff Jobs in Pennsylvania

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 Pennsylvania offer the following education background
High School or GED
28.7%
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 Pennsylvania
Less than 1 year
61.2%
None
20.2%
2-4 years
17.7%
1-2 years
0.9%



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