Optical Office Staff Jobs in Virginia

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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Eye Care Partners

Patient Coordinator

EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

Eye Care Partners

Patient Relations Specialist

EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

Certified Medical Assistant

  • Richmond, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 2 days ago

Overview Come join our team! We have an immediate need for a XX in our XX clinic! If you are ready to make an impact every day, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, then a career at Forefront...

LensCrafters - EyeCare Advisor

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 2 days ago

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

Patient Service/Front Desk Coordinator

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 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...

Front Office Specialist - Training Provided

  • Alexandria, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 7 days ago

EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

Patient Service/Front Desk Coordinator Part Time

  • Lorton, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Lorton, VA
  • 7 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...

Front Office Specialist

  • Sterling, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Sterling, VA
  • 9 days ago

EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

Optometric Assistant

  • Pounding Mill, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Pounding Mill, VA
  • 10 days ago

Hourly Wage: **$17 - $25 per/hour** *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

A Patient Coordinator is trained to act as the first point of contact for our patients where they set the tone for the patient's visit through excellent patient care. This employee will also...

Medical Assistant - Surgical

  • Tysons, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Tysons, VA
  • 11 days ago

Medical Assistant Surgical Vienna, Virginia Pay From: $28 per hour MUST: Experienced Medical Assistant - Surgical 3 plus years of professional experience as a Medical Assistant 2 plus years of...

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Occupational Health - Sauer Center

  • Richmond, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 11 days ago

Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours! S cheduled Weekly Hours: 0.01 Work Shift: Days/Afternoons (United States of America) Are you passionate about improving our communities through...

Medical Assistant

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 12 days ago

Overview Come join our team! We have an immediate need for a Medical Assistant in our XXX clinic! If you are ready to make an impact every day, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, then a...

Entry Level Optical Specialist

  • Hampton, VA
  • 18 days ago
  • Hampton, VA
  • 18 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...

Ophthalmic Assistant

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 22 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 22 days ago

Performs visual field testing. Performs ocular motility testing. Administers ophthalmic drops and ointments. Provides patient services. Maintains ophthalmic exam lanes clinic area and equipment....

Demographic Data for Virginia

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


Local
National
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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...
Quantum Optical Communication
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Salary for Optical Office Staff Jobs in Virginia

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 Virginia offer the following education background
High School or GED
28.8%
Bachelor's Degree
25.1%
Associate's Degree
16.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.9%
Doctorate Degree
5.1%
Master's Degree
3.8%
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 Virginia
Less than 1 year
61.2%
None
20.2%
2-4 years
17.7%
1-2 years
0.9%



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