Optical Office Staff Jobs in Pennsylvania

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 - Primary Care Montour - Coraopolis - FT

  • Coraopolis, PA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Coraopolis, PA
  • 6 hours ago

Company : Allegheny Health Network Job Description : Benefits include : Medical (Highmark Insurance) Dental (United Concordia) Vision Paid Time Off (18 days with 6 paid holidays) 401K plan (with...

Medical Assistant Instructor

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 15 hours ago

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Medical Assistant Instructor to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for instructing and facilitating the mastery of medical assistant...

Patient Care Coordinator Part Time

  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 16 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...

Front Desk Receptionist

  • Bethel Park, PA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Bethel Park, PA
  • 19 hours ago

Join Our Visionary Team as a Front Desk Receptionist at Advanced Vision Care! Are you ready to be the warm welcome and heartbeat of an exceptional optical experience? Advanced Vision Care is...

Front Desk Receptionist Job Bethel Park, PA

  • Bethel Park, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bethel Park, PA
  • 1 day ago

Apply Now Join Our Visionary Team as a Front Desk Receptionist at Advanced Vision Care! Are you ready to be the warm welcome and heartbeat of an exceptional optical experience? Advanced Vision...

Medical Assistant

  • Greensburg, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Greensburg, PA
  • 1 day ago

Overview Come join our team! We have an immediate need for a Medical Assistant in our Greensburgh, PA (W. Pittsburgh) clinic! If you are ready to make an impact every day, and thrive in a...

Medical Assistant - AHN Cardiology - Erie

  • Erie, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 1 day ago

Company : Allegheny Health Network Job Description : GENERAL OVERVIEW: Under the direction of the provider and as a member of the health care team, assists in coordinating the examination,...

Patient Service Representative / Medical Receptionist

  • Warminster, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Warminster, PA
  • 1 day ago

Hiring Patient Service Representatives / Medical Receptionists! Locations: Warminster, PA or Cherry Hill, NJ Schedule: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM Ready to Make a Difference? Join Our Caring Team Today! At...

Optical Assistant

  • Johnstown, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Johnstown, PA
  • 1 day ago

Optical Center with 2 office locations looking for Optical Assistant. Time may occasionally be split between Richland and Somerset offices but primary location will be Somerset. Will work with...

Front Desk Receptionist

  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 1 day ago

America's Best is part of National Vision, one of the largest optical retailers in the United States. The Americas Best brand continues to grow, with 1000 stores and counting. Each location...

Fiber Optics Technician

  • Middletown, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Middletown, PA
  • 2 days ago

A Fiber Optics Technician is needed for a technology company that designs and manufactures connectors and sensors for several industries, such as automotive, industrial equipment, data...

Medical Assistant - Behavioral Health Services Edgar Street York - Part-Time Location: WellSpan Medical Group, York, PA Schedule: Part Time Schedule Two 8-hour days and one 4-hour day Potential...

Medical Assistant - OB/GYN - Greentree - Full Time

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 2 days ago

Company : Allegheny Health Network Job Description : $1,000 Sign-On Bonus *Sign-On bonus is for External Hires only Recipient must stay with AHN for a minimum of 1 year Re-Hires may not have...

Medical Assistant - Interventional Cardiology - Saint Paul Drive

  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 2 days ago

Medical Assistant - Interventional Cardiology - Saint Paul Drive Location: WellSpan Medical Group, Chambersburg, PA Schedule: Full Time Schedule 7:30a-4p or 8:30a-5p General Summary Provides safe,...

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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Optical Office Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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...
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Salary for Optical Office Staff Jobs in Pennsylvania

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireOptometry research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Optical Office Staffs in Pennsylvania offer the following education background
High School or GED
29.2%
Bachelor's Degree
24.8%
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 Pennsylvania
Less than 1 year
61.2%
None
20.2%
2-4 years
17.7%
1-2 years
0.9%



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