Optical Office Staff Jobs in Mclean, VA

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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Patient Service/Front Desk Coordinator Part Time

  • Herndon, VA (12 miles from Mclean, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Herndon, VA (12 miles from Mclean, VA)
  • 1 day 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...

Patient Service/Front Desk Coordinator

  • McLean, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 1 day 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...

Ophthalmic Assistant

  • Fairfax, VA (15 miles from Mclean, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (15 miles from Mclean, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Performs lensometry, automated refractometry, slit lamp exam including applanation tonometry and anterior chamber angle assessment, basic muscle balance testing, assesses pupils, confrontation visual...

MEDICAL ASSISTANT-Dermatology- Full Time

  • Washington, DC (7 miles from Mclean, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Washington, DC (7 miles from Mclean, VA)
  • 8 days ago

Instruct patients on and administer visual field tests. Record information in patient's chart. 17. Complete charting and ensure doctor has seen results and discussed abnormal results with patient....

Ophthalmology Assistant II

  • McLean, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 11 days ago

Performs initial work-up and specialized examinations of the eye as directed by ophthalmologist. Assists ophthalmologist with clinical examination and surgical procedures as directed. Essential...

Optical Specialist

  • Falls Church, VA (4 miles from Mclean, VA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Falls Church, VA (4 miles from Mclean, VA)
  • 16 days ago

License Required 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...

LensCrafters - EyeCare Advisor

  • Waldorf, MD (23 miles from Mclean, VA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Waldorf, MD (23 miles from Mclean, VA)
  • 18 days ago

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

LensCrafters - Lead EyeCare Advisor

  • Waldorf, MD (23 miles from Mclean, VA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Waldorf, MD (23 miles from Mclean, VA)
  • 18 days ago

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

Optical Assistant Manager - Montgomery Mall

  • Bethesda, MD (4 miles from Mclean, VA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (4 miles from Mclean, VA)
  • 22 days ago

employees' engagement and job satisfaction Support general store systems, inventory databases, and business operations Who you are: A licensed dispensing optician in states that require a license (or an ABO-certified...

Entry Level Optical Specialist

  • Falls Church, VA (4 miles from Mclean, VA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Falls Church, VA (4 miles from Mclean, VA)
  • 24 days ago

License Required 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...

Licensed Optical Assistant Manager - Reston Town Center

  • Reston, VA (9 miles from Mclean, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Reston, VA (9 miles from Mclean, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

employees' engagement and job satisfaction Support general store systems, inventory databases, and business operations Who you are: A licensed dispensing optician in states that require a license (or an ABO-certified...

Optician Assistant

  • Rockville, MD (10 miles from Mclean, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rockville, MD (10 miles from Mclean, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

guidance of the optometrist Manage the front desk by answering phones, scheduling appointments, and providing information on services Maintain a clean, organized, and patient-ready front office and pre-test...

LensCrafters - EyeCare Advisor

  • Bowie, MD (23 miles from Mclean, VA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bowie, MD (23 miles from Mclean, VA)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Front Office Specialist - Training Provided

  • Alexandria, VA (9 miles from Mclean, VA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (9 miles from Mclean, VA)
  • 45+ 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...

Optical Office Manager

  • Mitchellville, MD (24 miles from Mclean, VA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Mitchellville, MD (24 miles from Mclean, VA)
  • 45+ days ago

Do you enjoy overseeing and coordinating operations to ensure seamless functionality in an office setting? Bring your management skills and build a career you love by applying for our Optical...

Demographic Data for Mclean, VA

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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...
Optical Signals, Devices, and Systems
6.637 covers the fundamentals of optical signals and modern optical devices and systems from a practical point of view. Its goal is to help students develop a thorough understanding of the...
Atomic and Optical Physics I
This is the first of a two-semester subject sequence that provides the foundations for contemporary research in selected areas of atomic and optical physics. Topics covered include the interaction...

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Salary for Optical Office Staff Jobs in Mclean, VA

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Highest Education Level

Optical Office Staffs in Mclean, VA offer the following education background
High School or GED
28.6%
Bachelor's Degree
25.3%
Associate's Degree
17.0%
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 Mclean, VA
Less than 1 year
61.2%
None
20.2%
2-4 years
17.7%
1-2 years
0.9%



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