Optical Office Staff Jobs in Texas
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.
Insurance Verification Specialist
- Eye Care Partners
- Tyler, TX
- 7 days ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Tyler, TX
- 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...
Remote WorkDescription This position is incentive eligible. New Hires may receive UP TO $3,500 Sign-On Bonus! Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) NCT - Medical Assistant you want with your current...
OA I- Able to use NCT, auto refractor, perform gross visual fields and gross motility exam, slit lamp operation, applanation tonometry, operate IOL master, evaluate pupils, use of OCT/HRT, pachymetry...
Medical Assistant/Dermatology Technician/Sr. Dermatology Technician - Dermatology
- Houston, TX
- 11 hours ago
- Houston, TX
- 11 hours ago
Responsibilities Derm Tech I Dermatology Technician provides supportive patient care functions for Dermatology and other assigned clinical area, under the supervision of a Physician, Registered...
Medical Assistant - Clinical Testing Specialist - Cypress
- Cypress, TX
- 23 hours ago
- Cypress, TX
- 23 hours ago
About Our Company Were a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care...
Medical Assistant - Clinical Testing Specialist - Woodlands
- The Woodlands, TX
- 23 hours ago
- The Woodlands, TX
- 23 hours ago
About Our Company Were a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care...
Medical Assistant - Clinical Testing Specialist - Houston
- Houston, TX
- 23 hours ago
- Houston, TX
- 23 hours ago
About Our Company Were a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care...
Medical Assistant - Clinical Testing Specialist - Pearland
- Pearland, TX
- 23 hours ago
- Pearland, TX
- 23 hours ago
About Our Company Were a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care...
Overview In collaboration with patients, families (as defined by the patient) and staff across all disciplines and departments is responsible for performing selected clinical duties including...
CareCoach Connect Medical Assistant Southwest Houston
- Rosenberg, TX
- 1 day ago
- Rosenberg, TX
- 1 day ago
$1200 Sign on Bonus for External Candidates** **Incentive Bonus 2 times a year** **18 days of PTO & Closed on Major Holidays** **MA Certification Fee Reimbursement - 401K Match** **Opportunities...
NCT - Medical Assistant PRN. Job in Pflugerville Gr8Jobs
- Pflugerville, TX
- 2 days ago
- Pflugerville, TX
- 2 days ago
This position is incentive eligible. Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) X-Ray Tech - Medical Assistant PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting...
Incentive Bonus 2 times a year 18 days of PTO & Closed on Major Holidays MA Certification Fee Reimbursement - 401K Match Opportunities at WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses. We...
Ophthalmic Assistant - Ophthalmology Department - Moncrief Medical Center Fort Worth This position is located in Fort Worth, Texas* WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN? With over 75 years of excellence in...
Follows physicians through his or her workday and chart patient encounters in real-time using a medical office's Electronic Health Record and existing templates. ...
lens Qualifications Must have a high school diploma or GED Must have 6+ months prior experience in an Optometry, Ophthalmology or Medical office practice Friendly and outgoing with the ability to connect...
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- 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
- Fundus Photography
- 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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