optometric assistant

Tasks

• Administer eye drops, ointments and medications as directed by ophthalmologists
• Operate ophthalmic testing and measuring instruments
• Clean and maintain equipment
• Maintain inventory of equipment
• Perform general clerical duties
• Schedule and confirm appointments
• Take patients' general medical and ophthalmic history
• Manage routine office functions including reception, telephone and booking appointments
• Order supplies and equipment

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• MS Office

Transportation / travel information

• Travel expenses paid by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

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

Employment terms options

• Flexible hours
• Morning
• Day
• Weekend
• Overtime available

Health benefits

• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Other benefits
• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 40 hours per week