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Prudhomme Vision

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Optometric Technician / Front Desk Receptionist - Optometry

Farmington, CT · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Front desk receptionist job opening for an Optometry office in Farmington and South Windsor, Connecticut. Job duties at Prudhomme Vision include answering phones, calling on insurances, doing ...

Li & Liao Optometry

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Front Desk Optometric Concierge

Bakersfield, CA · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Busy Optometry office looking for a Front Desk Concierge to greet and check-in/outpatients, excellent phone skills for scheduling, data/demographic entry, insurance verification, collecting payments ...

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How much do optometrist front desk jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for optometrist front desk in the United States is $124,213.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,000.00 and $146,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the main responsibilities of an optometrist front desk staff?

An optometrist front desk staff member is responsible for greeting patients, scheduling appointments, handling check-ins and check-outs, managing patient records, verifying insurance information, and answering phones. They also assist with administrative tasks such as billing and processing payments. Providing excellent customer service and ensuring smooth office operations are key aspects of this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an optometrist front desk, and why are they important?

To excel as an Optometrist Front Desk staff member, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience with office administration, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with practice management software, appointment scheduling systems, and insurance verification tools is typically required. Outstanding communication, customer service, and problem-solving abilities help create a welcoming environment for patients. These skills ensure efficient office operations, accurate patient processing, and a positive first impression for the practice.

What is the difference between Optometrist Front Desk vs Optician?

AspectOptometrist Front DeskOptician
CredentialsTypically requires high school diploma or equivalent; some roles may need certification in office administrationHigh school diploma or equivalent; certification or training in optical dispensing often preferred
Work EnvironmentMedical office or optometry clinic, handling patient check-in, scheduling, insurance, and administrative tasksOptical retail stores or clinics, focusing on fitting and dispensing eyewear, assisting customers with frames and lenses
Employer & Industry UsageOptometry practices, healthcare clinicsOptical retail chains, independent eyewear stores

While both roles support eye care services, the Optometrist Front Desk handles administrative tasks at the front of the office, whereas the Optician focuses on eyewear fitting and customer service related to glasses and lenses.

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Infographic showing various Optometrist Front Desk job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, 26% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $124,213 per year, or $59.7 per hour.

Front Desk Coordinator

Human Eyes Vision Center

Myrtle Beach, SC • On-site

$12.75 - $16.50/hr

Full-time

Vision, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Optometry Office Front Desk Coordinator
Myrtle Beach, SC.
Fast-paced retail environment.

Our Optometrist office is seeking candidates who are highly motivated, self-directed, reliable and dedicated to the successful completion of all front desk responsibilities.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Answer calls to the practice.
  • Confirm patient’s appointments. 
  • Schedule appointments.
  • Greet patients and provide excellent customer service. 
  • pull patient benefits from insurance companies.
  • Update contact information at each visit.
  • Verify insurance benefits, get insurance authorizations prior to patients' visits.
  • Complete knowledge of insurance companies' rules, and understanding of deductibles, copayments, and coinsurances.
  • Knowledge of the names of the insurance companies we take, as well as of the ones we don't participate in.
  • Perform some tech work.
  • Cross training.

Benefits:
  • Vision benefits include a free eye exam and great discounts on glasses and contact lenses.
  • Paid time off.

Desired Characteristics:
  • Organized and detail-oriented.
  • Great interpersonal skills.
  • Prints and reviews all patient statements.
  • Processes credit card payments in person or received by phone.
  • Assist patients with billing questions.
  • Assist with training as well as become cross-trained in all aspects of the position.
  • Responsible for maintaining the work area in a neat and clean manner.
  • Shares progress toward goals through upward communication to management.

Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Health insurance knowledge is very important.
  • Should be knowledgeable of billing and technical software Electronic Health Records, Microsoft Office, Excel.
  • Must have advanced clerical training which includes typing, basic filing skills, and a fundamental understanding of office procedures.
  • Possess strong computer skills including the windows environment.
  • Must be familiar with medical terminology.
  • Knowledge of all confidentiality requirements regarding patients and strict maintenance of proper confidentiality on all such information.
  • Ability to perform detailed work with numerical data and to make arithmetic computations rapidly and accurately.

Qualified individuals should apply.
  • Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
  • Do NOT contact us with unsolicited services or offers.