Optical Office Staff Jobs in Florida
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.
Patient Coordinator - The Eye Institute of West Florida
- Eye Care Partners
- Largo, FL
- 7 days ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Largo, FL
- 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...
Medical Assistant - Willing to Train!
- Eye Care Partners
- Largo, FL
- 8 days ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Largo, FL
- 8 days ago
Lens (optical experience, contact lens insertion and removals, RGPs, etc), Plastic surgery/med spa/esthetics Experience working in Ophthalmology and/or Optometry strongly preferred Bilingual in English...
Surgery Scheduler - The Eye Institute of West Florida
- Eye Care Partners
- Largo, FL
- 8 days ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Largo, FL
- 8 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...
Doctor's Assistant - Training Provided
- Eye Care Partners
- Pensacola, FL
- 11 days ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Pensacola, FL
- 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...
- Eye Care Partners
- Pensacola, FL
- 14 days ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Pensacola, FL
- 14 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...
Are you ready to take your career to new heights in the world of healthcare? Do you have a passion for accuracy, teamwork, and providing exceptional patient care? If you are seeking an exciting...
Certified Medical Assistant Scribe Pediatric Dermatology
- Orlando, FL
- 23 hours ago
- Orlando, FL
- 23 hours ago
Certified Medical Assistant Scribe - AdventHealth Medical Group - AHMG Pediatric Dermatology at Orlando All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from Day One Paid Days...
OPHTHALMIC Assistant About US EYE: US Eye is a physician-led, patient-centric network of eye care practices committed to providing exceptional patient service through premium technology and...
Places contact lens orders, processes shipments and properly submits invoices for payment....
Ophthalmology Assistant - Pediatric Specialties and Urgent Care - Naples
- Naples, FL
- 2 days ago
- Naples, FL
- 2 days ago
Ophthalmology Assistant - Pediatric Specialties and Urgent Care - Naples 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars 3361 Pine Ridge Rd, Naples, FL 34109 Location: Golisano Pediatric Specialties and Urgent Care -...
Regional Medical Assistant Float (Temp) The Villages, FL Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm pay rate $19-$21hr Responsibilities: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Performs a variety of both direct and indirect...
Medical Assistant/EMT - Interventional Pain -Gap students welcome
- Tampa, FL
- 3 days ago
- Tampa, FL
- 3 days ago
Medical Assistant / Emergency Medical Tech Interventional Pain Job Type: Full-Time Monday to Friday 7am-4pm Location: Hillsborough Ave Tampa Experience Level: Entry-Level (Ideal for Gap-Year...
Medical Assistant /Scribe - Interventional Pain -Gap students welcome
- Merritt Island, FL
- 3 days ago
- Merritt Island, FL
- 3 days ago
Medical Assistant / Emergency Medical Tech / Medical Scribe – Interventional Pain Job Type: Full-Time Monday to Friday 7am-4pm Location: Sarasota, Clark Road Experience Level: Entry-Level (Ideal...
The ideal candidate will have experience in patient work-up, visual acuity, refracting, visual fields, OCT, tonometry, and contact lens insertion and removal....
OPHTHALMIC TECHNICIAN About US EYE: US Eye, is a physician-led, patient-centric network of eye care practices committed to providing exceptional patient service through premium technology and...
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The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Optical Office Staff 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
- 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
- Retail
- 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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