Optical Assistant Jobs in California
A Optical Assistant, also known as an Optometrist Assistant, plays a critical role in the optometry industry. They provide support to Optometrists by performing various tasks such as preparing patients for eye exams, explaining eye examination processes to patients, maintaining and organizing patient records, and assisting in the selection and fitting of eyeglasses or contact lenses. Optical Assistants may also perform basic vision tests, take eye pressure measurements, and administer eye medications under the direction of the Optometrist. They let the Optometrist focus more heavily on diagnosing and treating eye conditions.
Important skills for an Optical Assistant include strong communication, excellent attention to detail, and good manual dexterity. They should also have a basic understanding of optics and be able to operate optical equipment. Certification is not always required, but some employers may prefer candidates with a Certified Paraoptometric (CPO) certification or a similar credential. Prior to becoming an Optical Assistant, a person may have roles such as Receptionist in an Optometry office, Customer Service Representative in a vision care center, or a Sales Associate in an optical goods store.
- Acuity Eye Group/ Retina Institute of California
- Escondido, CA
- 7 days ago
- Acuity Eye Group/ Retina Institute of California
- Escondido, CA
- 7 days ago
Surgery Coordinator National City, CA Description The Surgery Coordinator is responsible for assisting the patient with all aspects of scheduling surgery. Coordinates pre-operative preparations to...
, Non Subjective Autorefractometry/Keratometry, Ocular Coherence Tomography (Posterior and Anterior Segments), Pupil Assessments, Motility Assessments, Visual Field Testing (confrontation/Amsler grids...
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Position Title: Medical Assistant Department: Primary Care Reports To: Primary Care Director POSITION SUMMARY Reports to the Director of Primary Care. Works under the direct supervision of the...
Position Title: Medical Assistant Department: Primary Care Reports To: Primary Care Director POSITION SUMMARY Reports to the Director of Primary Care. Works under the direct supervision of the...
Medical Assistant (Outpatient) - Per Diem, Shafter Medical Office, Central California
- Shafter, CA
- 1 day ago
- Shafter, CA
- 1 day ago
Lying just inland between the State's coastal mountain ranges and the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Adventist Health Reedley has been serving the Central Valley since 2011. We are comprised of a 49-bed...
Medical Assistant (Outpatient), Medical Oncology, Day Shift, Full Time
- Bakersfield, CA
- 1 day ago
- Bakersfield, CA
- 1 day ago
Central to all that California has to offer, Adventist Health Bakersfield has been providing an extraordinary team of world-class physicians, top-notch medical technology, caring professionals and...
Assistant Medical Director - Emergency Medicine - Emanuel Medical Center
- Turlock, CA
- 1 day ago
- Turlock, CA
- 1 day ago
Up to $150K Sign On Bonus - Central Valley, CA - Seeking Emergency Medicine Assistant Medical Director Join the Physician Partnership Where You Can Increase Your Impact Vituity's ownership model...
, keratometry, visual field testing, APD, AR IOL Master, and other basic tests....
Fiber Optics Technician (MTP2) HII - 3.7 San Diego, CA Job Details Full-time $52,000 - $73,000 a year 12 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement...
Company: HII's Mission Technologies division Requisition Number: 22918 Required Travel: 51 - 75% Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt Anticipated Salary Range: $52,000.00 - $73,000.00...
Places contact lens orders, processes shipments and properly submits invoices for payment....
Duties include greeting patients, Pre Testing, answering phones, making appointments, filing records, pulling insurance information, etc. for every Tuesday 10-5 and Thursday 10-5 (lunch 1-2:15)...
Medical Assistant (Outpatient) - Full Time, Complex Care Medical Office
- Selma, CA
- 3 days ago
- Selma, CA
- 3 days ago
Lying just inland between the State's coastal mountain ranges and the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Adventist Health Reedley has been serving the Central Valley since 2011. We are comprised of a 49-bed...
Lead Medical Assistant (Outpatient) - Full Time, Shafter Medical Office
- Shafter, CA
- 3 days ago
- Shafter, CA
- 3 days ago
Lying just inland between the State's coastal mountain ranges and the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Adventist Health Reedley has been serving the Central Valley since 2011. We are comprised of a 49-bed...
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Optical Assistants in California offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Optical Assistant position
- Nursing
- Phlebotomy
- Lensometry
- Diagnostic
- Contact Lens
- Visual Field Testing
- Injections
- Vital Signs
- Electrocardiogram
- Suture Removal
- Medical Assistant Certified
- Referrals
- Rooming Patients
- Eye Care
- IV Infusion
- Optometry
- Autorefractor
- Tonometry
- Pre-Testing
- Keratometry
- Corneal Topography
- Topography
- Dilation
- Refraction
- Fundus Photography
- Applanation Tonometry
- Pachymetry
- Tono-Pen
- A-Scans
- Non Contact Tonometer
- Class Of Trade
- Eye Exams
- Patient Recall
- IOLMaster
- Slit Lamp Exam
- Scribe
- Refractometry
- Scribing
- Ophthalmology
- Diagnostic Testing
- Surgery
- Electronic Health Record
- Medical Assisting
- Patient Care
- Medical Records
- Scheduling Appointments
- Electronic Medical Records
- HIPAA
- Basic Life Support
- Health Care
- General Office Duties
- Military Background
- High School Diploma
- Friendliness
- Telephone Skills
- Documentation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Filing
- Inventory Management
- Policy Development
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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