ophthalmic assistant

TROSC Incorporated
New Minas, NS, CA
$17-$20 an hour
Permanent
Full-time
  • Education : College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
  • Experience : Will train
  • or equivalent experience

Work setting

  • Physician's office
  • Private practice

Tasks

  • Administer eye drops, ointments and medications as directed by ophthalmologists
  • Assist health care professionals
  • Operate ophthalmic testing and measuring instruments
  • Record test results and medications given by ophthalmologists
  • Clean and maintain equipment
  • Prepare and maintain equipment and supplies
  • Maintain supplies
  • Perform general clerical duties
  • Process files and paperwork
  • Schedule and confirm appointments
  • Take patients' general medical and ophthalmic history
  • Manage routine office functions including reception, telephone and booking appointments
  • Administer tests
  • Clerical duties (i.e. faxing, filing, photocopying)
  • Perform reception and clerical duties

Area of specialization

Ophthalmology

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Fast-paced environment
  • Work under pressure
  • Attention to detail
  • Combination of sitting, standing, walking
  • Walking

Personal suitability

  • Accurate
  • Client focus
  • Dependability
  • Efficient interpersonal skills
  • Excellent oral communication
  • Excellent written communication
  • Flexibility
  • Organized
  • Reliability
  • Team player

Health benefits

  • Health care plan
  • Vision care benefits

Long term benefits

Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)

Other benefits

  • Free parking available
  • Learning / training paid by employer
  • Other benefits
  • Work Term : Permanent
  • Work Language : English
  • Hours : 35 to 40 hours per week
  • 5 days ago
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