Optical Office Staff Jobs in Bedford, TX

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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NCT - Medical Assistant

  • CareNow
  • Grapevine, TX (6 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Grapevine, TX (6 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 4 days ago

This position is incentive eligible. New Hires may receive UP TO $1000 Sign-On Bonus! Do you have the career opportunities as a NCT - Medical Assistant you want with your current employer? We have...

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Certified Medical Assistant/CMA Transplant Specialists Clinic Full-Time, Days

  • Texas Health Resources
  • Fort Worth, TX (13 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (13 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Certified Medical Assistant/CMA - Transplant Specialists Clinic - Full-Time, Days Certified Medical Assistant/CMA - Transplant Specialists Clinic - Full-Time, Days Bring your passion to Texas...

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Certified Medical Assistant/CMA Heart & Vascular Specialists Full-Time, Days

  • Texas Health Resources
  • Arlington, TX (15 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Arlington, TX (15 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Certified Medical Assistant/CMA - Heart & Vascular Specialists - Full-Time, Days Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together *Sign-On for Eligible New Hires * Work location:...

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Target Optical - Assistant Manager

  • FGXI Corporate
  • Cedar Hill, TX (20 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Cedar Hill, TX (20 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 14 days ago

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS Bachelors Degree or equivalent ABO Certified (Preferred) 2+ years retail or customer service experience Selling Skills Self-Motivated Selection and Recruitment Critical Thinking...

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Ophthalmic Asst - Key Whitman Eye Center, Dallas, TX

  • Surgery Partners
  • Dallas, TX (19 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 15 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (19 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 15 days ago

procedures that may be performed by the doctor ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following: Obtains accurate patient history Performs lensometry...

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Optometric Medical Assistant

  • Parkland Health and Hospital System
  • Dallas, TX (19 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 16 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (19 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 16 days ago

Instructs patients on the care and handling (insertion and removal) of contact lenses, to ensure proper patient care and safety....

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Medical Assistant - Specialty Care Clinic

  • 100 The Nebraska Medical Center
  • Fort Worth, TX (13 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 20 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (13 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 20 days ago

Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families. Shift: First Shift (United States...

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Medical Assistant - Integrated Optometry

  • Parkland Health and Hospital System
  • Dallas, TX (19 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 26 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (19 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 26 days ago

Location: Moody Outpatient Center Primary Purpose This role functions as an integral member of the medical home team in providing direct patient care. This role assists physicians, mid level...

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Sr. Optical Specialist - Lead

  • VisionWorks
  • Lake Worth, TX (19 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lake Worth, TX (19 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 30+ 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,...

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Ophthalmic Asst - Key Whitman Eye Center, Fort Worth PART TIME

  • Surgery Partners
  • Fort Worth, TX (13 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (13 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

procedures that may be performed by the doctor ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following: Obtains accurate patient history Performs lensometry...

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Lasik Patient Care Coordinator- Fort Worth/Dallas, TX

  • Lca-Vision Inc
  • Dallas, TX (19 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Dallas, TX (19 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 60+ 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...

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Demographic Data for Bedford, TX

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Salary for Optical Office Staff Jobs in Bedford, TX

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Optical Office Staffs in Bedford, TX offer the following education background
High School or GED
27.8%
Bachelor's Degree
25.8%
Associate's Degree
17.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.8%
Doctorate Degree
5.1%
Master's Degree
4.0%
Some College
3.2%
Some High School
1.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Optical Office Staffs in Bedford, TX
Less than 1 year
61.2%
None
20.2%
2-4 years
17.7%
1-2 years
0.9%



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