Optical Office Staff Jobs in Santa Clara, CA

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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Vision Services Assistant II - 40 hours per week - Union City

  • Union City, CA (18 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Union City, CA (18 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 6 days ago

fields testing, lensometry, testing or color deficiency and depth perception or autorefraction....

Ophthalmic Assistant I

  • San Carlos, CA (20 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • San Carlos, CA (20 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 10 days ago

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation PAD Position Overview: Provides administrative support by answering phones, scheduling...

Vision Services Assistant I

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 15 days ago

refraction by the provider), autokeratometry, anterior chamber angles, vital signs and pupillary response and other objective ophthalmic testing procedures....

Optometry Assistant

  • Cupertino, CA (8 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Cupertino, CA (8 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Performs pretests as directed by the doctor (autorefractor with non-contact tonometry, visual field testing, retinal imaging, stereopsis, color vision)....

Specialty Patient Flow Coordinator III (Medical Assistant), Heart and Vascular Clinic Pleasanton - Full-Time, Days (08HR)

  • Pleasanton, CA (21 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (21 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 21 days ago

1.0 FTE Full time Day - 08 Hour R2547275 Onsite 107184001 TV Clinic HRT-Vasc Pleasanton Allied Health PLEASANTON, 5565 W. Las Positas Blvd, California If you're ready to be part of our legacy of...

LensCrafters - EyeCare Advisor

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 21 days ago

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

Vision Services Assistant I - On Call, Day Shift - Santa Clara

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 45+ days ago

refraction by the provider), autokeratometry, anterior chamber angles, vital signs and pupillary response and other objective ophthalmic testing procedures....

Patient Coordinator (Mountain View Optometry)

  • Mountain View, CA (7 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (7 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Compensation range for the role is listed above. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by...

Purchasing Assistant - Optical Solutions

  • Fremont, CA (14 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fremont, CA (14 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Location: Fremont, US-CA Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Purchasing Assistant - Optical Solutions Molex possesses a rich heritage in the optical industry. We provide the highest performing and...

Medical Assistants

  • San Jose, CA (3 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (3 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Gardner Health Services currently has multiple Medical Assistant vacancies at various locations and clinics. The vacancies consist of part-time, temporary full-time, and permanent full-time...

Optometry Assistant, PRN

  • Cupertino, CA (8 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cupertino, CA (8 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Selects, dispenses and verifies prescriptions of visual appliances (i.e. frames, contact lenses). Responsible for minor frame repairs and adjustments....

Demographic Data for Santa Clara, CA

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Optical Office Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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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Salary for Optical Office Staff Jobs in Santa Clara, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Optical Office Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Optical Office Staffs in Santa Clara, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
29.0%
Bachelor's Degree
24.9%
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 Santa Clara, CA
Less than 1 year
61.2%
None
20.2%
2-4 years
17.7%
1-2 years
0.9%



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