Optical Assistant Jobs in Staten Island, NY

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.

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Eye Care Partners

Front Office Specialist - Training Provided

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 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...

Russian Bilingual Medical Assistant - Primary Care (New York)

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Nice to meet you, we're Vesta Healthcare Vesta Primary Care "VPC" is one of Vesta Healthcare's divisions and specializes in primary care. We focus on older adults with long-term home care needs....

Ophthalmology Office Receptionist

  • Queens Village, NY (19 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (19 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Ophthalmology office looking for a Receptionist * Experienced + Bilingual in Spanish is a BIG PLUS. * Must be comfortable working with patients of different ages, backgrounds and nationalities. *...

Patient Care Coordinator Part Time

  • Edison, NJ (17 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (17 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Obtain patient medical history, conduct eye health tests including taking retinal images, auto refraction, keratometry, tonometry, lensometry and other ancillary testing such as ocular mortality, pupillary...

Medical Assistant - Podiatry

  • New Providence, NJ (16 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Providence, NJ (16 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 2 days ago

About Our Company Were a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care...

Part Time Secretary

  • Staten Island, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Staten Island, NY
  • 3 days ago

Office Administrator / Secretary (Part-Time) Location: Focus Vision Care Optometry, Staten Island, NY Position Overview Focus Vision Care is seeking a Part-Time Office Administrator / Secretary to...

Part Time Secretary

  • Hazlet, NJ (14 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hazlet, NJ (14 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Office Administrator / Secretary (Part-Time) Location: Focus Vision Care Optometry, Costco, Hazlet, NJ Position Overview Focus Vision Care is seeking a Part-Time Office Administrator / Secretary...

Medical Assistant

  • Florham Park, NJ (19 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Florham Park, NJ (19 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 3 days ago

About Our Company We're a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care...

Clinical Assistant (Certified Medical Assistant) - Urology

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Description The Milton and Carroll Petrie Department of Urology has long been a leader in clinical practice, education, and research. Faculty in our Department, which is housed within the Icahn...

Medical Administrative Assistant (Medical Assisting Exp. Required) (Staten Island) - Otolaryngology

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Description Provides secretarial and clinical support to physicians and surgeons and performs administrative duties necessary to deliver quality patient care. Responsibilities May schedule...

Medical Assistant (New York)

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Nice to meet you, we're Vesta Healthcare Vesta Primary Care "VPC" is one of Vesta Healthcare's divisions and specializes in primary care. We focus on older adults with long-term home care needs....

Medical Assistant - Orthopedics

  • Glen Ridge, NJ (13 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 18 days ago
  • Glen Ridge, NJ (13 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 18 days ago

About Our Company We're a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care...

Ophthalmic Assistant

  • Morristown, NJ (23 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (23 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 6 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...

Optometric Receptionist

  • Livingston, NJ (16 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Livingston, NJ (16 miles from Staten Island, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Optometric Receptionist Maison De Vision Livingston, New Jersey Responsibilities: Greet patients warmly and assist with check-in and check-out. Schedule and confirm appointments via phone,, and...

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Optical Assistant 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...
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Atomic and Optical Physics II
This is the second of a two-semester subject sequence beginning with Atomic and Optical Physics I (8.421) that provides the foundations for contemporary research in selected areas of atomic and...
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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...
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Salary for Optical Assistant Jobs in Staten Island, NY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Optical Assistant positions.

Highest Education Level

Optical Assistants in Staten Island, NY offer the following education background
High School or GED
29.1%
Bachelor's Degree
24.8%
Associate's Degree
16.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.0%
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 Assistants in Staten Island, NY
Less than 1 year
61.2%
None
20.2%
2-4 years
17.7%
1-2 years
0.9%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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