Optical Office Staff Jobs in Durham, NH

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.

1-15 of 27 Jobs

Patient Care Coordinator Full Time

  • Hampton Falls, NH (13 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Hampton Falls, NH (13 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 19 hours ago

Obtain patient medical history, conduct eye health tests including taking retinal images, auto refraction, keratometry, tonometry, lensometry and other ancillary testing such as ocular mortality, pupillary...

Medical Assistant Scribe - Newburyport, MANew

  • Newburyport, MA (21 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Newburyport, MA (21 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 3 days ago

New Medical Assistant Scribe - Newburyport, MA Newburyport, MA Position Summary: The Medical Scribe in a dermatology practice plays a pivotal role in supporting healthcare providers by ensuring...

Medical Assistant Cardiology

  • Exeter, NH (11 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Exeter, NH (11 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 4 days ago

Medical Assistant - Cardiology Full Time Exeter, NH 03833 Posted 2 weeks ago Core Physicians LLC Req#14389 Req#: 14389 Full Time,Day Shift 36hrs/week, 7:45-5:15pm 4 days per week rotating day off...

Medical Assistant General Surgery (Part-time w/Benefits!)

  • Exeter, NH (11 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Exeter, NH (11 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 4 days ago

Medical Assistant - General Surgery (Part-time w/Benefits!) Part Time Exeter, NH 03833 Posted 3 months ago Core Physicians LLC Req#14151 Req#: 14151 Part Time,Day Shift 20hrs week, Days and hours...

Medical Assistant- Exeter Family Practice

  • Exeter, NH (11 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Exeter, NH (11 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 5 days ago

Exeter Hospital, Core Physicians,part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, proudly serve the beautiful NH seacoast region. Our principal mission is to work together to create healthier communities. What...

Patient Care Coordinator Full Time

  • Portsmouth, NH (7 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 8 days ago
  • Portsmouth, NH (7 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 8 days ago

Obtain patient medical history, conduct eye health tests including taking retinal images, auto refraction, keratometry, tonometry, lensometry and other ancillary testing such as ocular mortality, pupillary...

Licensed Optical Assistant Manager - Portsmouth Green

  • Portsmouth, NH (7 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 9 days ago
  • Portsmouth, NH (7 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 9 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...

Medical Assistant- Vascular Surgery

  • Exeter, NH (11 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 12 days ago
  • Exeter, NH (11 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 12 days ago

Exeter Hospital and Core Physicians, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, proudly serve the beautiful NH seacoast region. Our principal mission is to work together to create healthier communities....

Medical Assistant - Epping Family Practice

  • Epping, NH (9 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 12 days ago
  • Epping, NH (9 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 12 days ago

Exeter Hospital and Core Physicians, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, proudly serve the beautiful NH seacoast region. Our principal mission is to work together to create healthier communities....

Ophthalmic Assistant Job Rochester, NH

  • Rochester, NH (9 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 16 days ago
  • Rochester, NH (9 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 16 days ago

coherence tomography (OCT)....

Medical Assistant - Haverhill / Newburyport, MANew

  • Newburyport, MA (21 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 21 days ago
  • Newburyport, MA (21 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 21 days ago

New Medical Assistant - Haverhill / Newburyport, MA Newburyport, MA Position Summary: The Medical Assistant plays a pivotal role in supporting dermatology physicians by delivering high-quality...

Medical Assistant - Orthopedics

  • Exeter, NH (11 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Exeter, NH (11 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 30+ days ago

Exeter Hospital, Core Physicians, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, proudly serve the beautiful NH seacoast region. Our principal mission is to work together to create healthier communities. What...

Medical Assistant - Float (PER DIEM)

  • Stratham, NH (7 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stratham, NH (7 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 30+ days ago

Exeter Hospital, Core Physicians, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, proudly serve the beautiful NH seacoast region. Our principal mission is to work together to create healthier communities. What...

Medical Assistant - Epping Pediatrics

  • Epping, NH (9 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Epping, NH (9 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 30+ days ago

Exeter Hospital, Core Physicians, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, proudly serve the beautiful NH seacoast region. Our principal mission is to work together to create healthier communities. What...

Medical Assistant - Gastroenterology

  • Exeter, NH (11 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Exeter, NH (11 miles from Durham, NH)
  • 30+ days ago

Exeter Hospital, Core Physicians, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, proudly serve the beautiful NH seacoast region. Our principal mission is to work together to create healthier communities. What...

Demographic Data for Durham, NH

Moving to Durham, NH? Find some basic demographic data about Durham, NH below.


Local
National
15,498
188
Medium/Sm

Optical Office Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireOptometry curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
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...
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,...
HIPAA for Medical Office Staff
Work in a medical office but not directly involved in treatment? This online HIPAA compliance course is for you, updated for 2022. Enroll today! This course provides an introduction to HIPAA...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for Optical Office Staff Jobs in Durham, NH

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 Durham, NH 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 Durham, NH
Less than 1 year
61.2%
None
20.2%
2-4 years
17.7%
1-2 years
0.9%



Optical Office Staff Related Career Advice Articles

ihireoptometry picture collage
It’s Not a Mirage: iHireOptometry is New and Improved!

Looking for a better way to find your next eye care job or employee? Check out the new and improved list of job titles on iHireOptometry.

Read article »
optometrist conducting an eye test on child patient
Private Practice vs. Corporate Optometry Jobs: Which is Right for You?

While the role of an optometry professional remains consistent—to care for the health and condition of eyes—the practice models can differ.

Read article »
Read about the optometry industry trends we're watching for 2018 and beyond.
Optometry Industry Trends to Keep an Eye on in 2018 & Beyond

Myopic Millennials and online marketing are just two optometry industry trends we’re watching for 2018. Read about more in this optometry market analysis.

Read article »