Ophthalmic Technician

Oakville Trafalgar Eye Centre (OTEC) consists of eye specialists, both ophthalmologists and optometrists, who deliver high quality care in a state of the art technology driven clinic. We believe in delivering forward thinking seamless healthcare in a collaborative environment.

We seek qualified ophthalmic technicians to join a team of eye care professionals in Oakville, Ontario.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Checking vision and eye pressure

• Taking slit lamp and fundus photos

• Performing autorefraction as well as pachymetry and topography

• Performing diagnostic testing including Humphrey visual field testing, OCT testing, UWF testing, etc.

• Performing biometry measurements for pre-operative patients including A scan and IOL Master

• Assisting with patient counseling

• Answering simple patient queries

• Wiping down rooms and equipment between patients

• Loading patients into rooms

• Opening the patient chart and loading testing

• Ensuring lanes are fully stocked at beginning of day, and in orderly condition at end of day

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Excellent customer service skills

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

• Accuracy and attention to detail, both with charting and when taking patient measurements

• Flexible and adaptable, able to cross train and contribute as required

• Comfortable with technologies such as EMR and digital imaging suite

• Comfortable with advanced diagnostic equipment

• Can work well and take instruction as part of a team, but can also work independently and with minimal supervision

• Ability to work in, and enjoy working in, a high volume fast paced environment without compromising patient care or customer service

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma required

• COA, COT, COMT certification preferred; COT or COMT strongly preferred

• 1-2 years of experience in opticianry, optometry, or ophthalmology

POSITION DETAILS

Compensation: Hourly commensurate with experience and qualifications + performance bonus

Hours: Full-time /flexible schedule (days/evenings/weekends) up to 40 hours per week

Location: Oakville, ON

We thank all candidates for their interest but we will only communicate with the candidates selected for an interview.

We are an equal opportunity employer and abide by all laws in Canada.