Optical Office Staff Jobs in Minnesota

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 Womens Health

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 11 hours ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 11 hours ago

Number of Job Openings Available: 1 Date Posted: April 14, 2025 Department: 62144400 Allina Health Group East Metro Women's Health Shift: Day (United States of America) Shift Length: 8 hour shift...

Dermatology Medical Assistant or LPN

  • Woodbury, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Woodbury, MN
  • 3 days ago

Join a Top Workplace!! A multi-year award winner of the Star Tribune Top Workplace designation, Dermatology Consultants is proud to be celebrating its 75th year in business. Founded in 1949, we...

Medical Assistant Family Practice

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago

Number of Job Openings Available: 1 Date Posted: April 11, 2025 Department: 62349900 Allina Health Group Ramsey Shift: Day (United States of America) Shift Length: 10 hour shift Hours Per Week: 30...

Medical Assistant Primary Care

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago

Number of Job Openings Available: 1 Date Posted: April 11, 2025 Department: 62879900 Allina Health Group River Falls Shift: Day/Evening (United States of America) Shift Length: 9 hour shift Hours...

Ophthalmic Assistant

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago

Orders and maintains ophthalmic supplies, medications and diagnostic contact lens inventory. Cleans and sterilizes equipment. Other duties as assigned....

Medical Assistant OB/GYN (Float to multiple sites)

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago

Number of Job Openings Available: 1 Date Posted: April 11, 2025 Department: 62894405 Allina Health Group OB GYN West Shift: Day (United States of America) Shift Length: 8 hour shift Hours Per...

Ophthalmic Assistant

  • Woodbury, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Woodbury, MN
  • 3 days ago

Orders and maintains ophthalmic supplies, medications and diagnostic contact lens inventory. Cleans and sterilizes equipment. Other duties as assigned....

Medical Assistant Family Practice

  • Ramsey, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Ramsey, MN
  • 3 days ago

Number of Job Openings Available: 1 Date Posted: April 11, 2025 Department: 62349900 Allina Health Group Ramsey Shift: Day (United States of America) Shift Length: 10 hour shift Hours Per Week: 30...

Medical Assistant Womens Health Consultants Downtown

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 4 days ago

Medical Assistant Womens Health Consultants Downtown 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars Minneapolis, MN 55402 Department: 62704400 Women's Health Consultants Shift: Day (United States of America) Hours: 40...

Medical Assistant Dermatology Woodbury Clinic

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 4 days ago

Number of Job Openings Available: 1 Date Posted: April 10, 2025 Department: 62833200 Dermatology Shift: Day (United States of America) Shift Length: 10 hour shift Hours Per Week: 40 Union...

Medical Assistant Dermatology Woodbury Clinic

  • Woodbury, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • Woodbury, MN
  • 4 days ago

Number of Job Openings Available: 1 Date Posted: April 10, 2025 Department: 62833200 Dermatology Shift: Day (United States of America) Shift Length: 10 hour shift Hours Per Week: 40 Union...

Medical Assistant Internal Medicine

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 4 days ago

Number of Job Openings Available: 1 Date Posted: April 10, 2025 Department: 31009910 Abbott Northwestern General Medicine Associates Abbott Shift: Day (United States of America) Shift Length: 8...

Medical Assistant Internal Medicine

  • Edina, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • Edina, MN
  • 4 days ago

Number of Job Openings Available: 1 Date Posted: April 10, 2025 Department: 31009930 Abbott Northwestern General Medicine Associates Center for Outpatient Care Shift: Day (United States of...

Medical Assistant Neurology

  • New Ulm, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • New Ulm, MN
  • 4 days ago

Number of Job Openings Available: 1 Date Posted: April 10, 2025 Department: 65009910 Clinic Visiting Specialties Shift: Day/Evening (United States of America) Shift Length: 8 hour shift Hours Per...

Optometric Assistant - Brooklyn Park and Eagan Clinics

  • Brooklyn Park, MN
  • 5 days ago
  • Brooklyn Park, MN
  • 5 days ago

Performs retinal imaging, OCT and visual fields' testing as needed. Uses Automated refractor and I-Care or tonopen to measure pressure....

Demographic Data for Minnesota

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Salary for Optical Office Staff Jobs in Minnesota

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Highest Education Level

Optical Office Staffs in Minnesota 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 Minnesota
Less than 1 year
61.2%
None
20.2%
2-4 years
17.7%
1-2 years
0.9%



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