Optical Office Staff Jobs in Washington, DC

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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Medical Assistant

  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 hours ago

Medical Assistant Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in a medical office setting and be passionate about...

Ophthalmic Assistant

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 hours 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 - Pediatrics

  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 hours ago

Medical Assistant - Pediatrics Arlington, VA Pay From: $22 an hour MUST: The Medical Assistant will have experience: 2 years of Medical Assistant Experience Pediatrics through Geriatrics...

Medical Receptionist - Ophthalmology

  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 hours ago

Medical Receptionist - Ophthalmology Arlington, Virginia Pay From: $19 per hour MUST: 1+ years of Medical Receptionist experience Must have experience with EMR; NextGen experience preferred...

Medical Assistant - Family Practice

  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago

Medical Assistant - Family Practice Arlington, VA Pay From: $21 an hour MUST: The Medical Assistant will have experience: 2 years of Medical Assistant Experience Pediatrics through Geriatrics...

Front Office Specialist - Training Provided

  • Alexandria, VA (5 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 11 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (5 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 11 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...

Medical Assistant

  • Vienna, VA (9 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Vienna, VA (9 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 12 days ago

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

Lead Medical Assistant

  • Columbia, MD (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 18 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 18 days ago

JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for oversight of day-to-day medical clinic operations, including supervision of medical assistants and medical receptionists, assuring adequate clinician...

Patient Service/Front Desk Coordinator Bilingual Spanish/English

  • Falls Church, VA (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 24 days ago
  • Falls Church, VA (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 24 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...

Optometric Assistant

  • Columbia, MD (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 25 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 25 days ago

About Us: Want to bring the “care” back to the vision care industry? We're looking for charismatic types who are ready to be the heart of our brand. Whether it's a friendly voice over the phone,...

Lasik Patient Care Coordinator - Northern VA (Vienna/Tysons/Alexandria)

  • Vienna, VA (9 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 27 days ago
  • Vienna, VA (9 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 27 days ago

Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding career opportunity at a second-generation family-owned business working alongside world-class Ophthalmologists and Optometrists with a leading...

Patient Service/Front Desk Coordinator

  • Washington, DC
  • 28 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 28 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...

Patient Service/Front Desk Coordinator Part Time

  • Oakton, VA (15 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oakton, VA (15 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 30+ 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...

Licensed Optical Assistant Manager - Potomac Town Center

  • Woodbridge, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Woodbridge, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 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...

LensCrafters - EyeCare Advisor

  • Dulles, VA (24 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Dulles, VA (24 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 45+ days ago

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

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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...
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...
Quantum Optical Communication
_6.453 Quantum Optical Communication_ is one of a collection of MIT classes that deals with aspects of an emerging field known as quantum information science. This course covers Quantum Optics,...

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Salary for Optical Office Staff Jobs in Washington, DC

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 Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC
Less than 1 year
61.2%
None
20.2%
2-4 years
17.7%
1-2 years
0.9%



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