Optical Office Staff Jobs in Illinois
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.
Front Desk Optometrists Tech FT Springfield, IL #133
- Springfield, IL
- 2 hours ago
- Springfield, IL
- 2 hours ago
Contact Lens Orders: Order and receive contact lenses. Call customers daily for pick-up, job status, and any special order or production delays. Deliver contact lenses to patients....
Midwest Orthopaedic Consultants is ready to hire a full-time or part time Medical Assistant to assist our physicians in providing the best orthopedic care possible at our clinics in Orland Park,...
Overview Come join our team! We have an immediate need for a Medical Assistant in our Glenview, IL clinic! If you are ready to make an impact every day, and thrive in a fast-paced environment,...
Medical Assistant Company Overview At Dermatologists of Central States (DOCS), we are not just one of the largest dermatology practices in the nation; we are a dedicated community passionate about...
Performs technical workups, patient histories and special testing (Refractions w/ retinoscopy, Lensometry, Keratometry, Tonometry, Visual Fields, Amslers, Muscle Testing, Pupil Exams, Topography, OCT...
Christie Clinic's department of Dermatology is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant from Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm or 7:30am-4:30pm at the University Clinic with ability to cover Danville,...
Performs technical workups, patient histories and special testing (Refractions w/ retinoscopy, Lensometry, Keratometry, Tonometry, Visual Fields, Amslers, Muscle Testing, Pupil Exams, Topography, OCT...
Rosin Eyecare - Assistant Practice Manager
- Downers Grove, IL
- 6 days ago
- Downers Grove, IL
- 6 days ago
Requisition ID: 883118 Store # : 00T064 Rosin Eyecare Downer's Grove Position: Full-Time Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information Rosin Eyecare was founded in 1930 with the mission of...
About Wheaton Eye Clinic Founded over 80 years ago, the Wheaton Eye Clinic is a nationally recognized multi-subspecialty ophthalmology practice that spans the western suburbs of Chicago and is the...
Overview The Northwestern Specialists for Women, a practice partner of Together Women's Health, is seeking a full time Medical Assistant (MA) to join their growing medical team. The Medical...
Places contact lens orders, processes shipments and properly submits invoices for payment....
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,...
Kraff Eye Institute - Refractive Surgical Coordinator
- Chicago, IL
- 11 days ago
- Chicago, IL
- 11 days ago
lenses and refractive surgery results.Strive to achieve exceptional results on goals and competencies.Adhere to attendance and daily time keeping requirements.Adhere to all company policies and procedures.Perform...
and contact lenses, and is familiar with the use of optical equipment....
Ophthalmic Assistant - Ophthalmology University of Illinois - Chicago
- Chicago, IL
- 12 days ago
- Chicago, IL
- 12 days ago
Performs basic ophthalmic photography including, but not limited to optical coherence tomography (OCT)....
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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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