Talent.com
Optometric Assistant Full-Time Optometric Assistant (1-Year Contract)
Optometric Assistant Full-Time Optometric Assistant (1-Year Contract)Optical House • Kitchener, ON, Canada
Optometric Assistant Full-Time Optometric Assistant (1-Year Contract)

Optometric Assistant Full-Time Optometric Assistant (1-Year Contract)

Optical House • Kitchener, ON, Canada
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Full-Time Optometric Assistant (1-Year Contract)

Location : Optical House, Kitchener, ON Start Date : Immediately

Contract Length : 1 year (maternity leave coverage)

Hours : Full-time (Tuesday to Saturday)

About Our Clinic & Optical

Optical House is a full-service optometry clinic and optical store committed to providing comprehensive eye care and quality eyewear in a welcoming, patient-focused environment. Our team works collaboratively to deliver excellent clinical care and personalized optical service. We are currently seeking a full-time Optometric Assistant / Optical Assistant for a 1-year contract to cover a maternity leave. Position

Overview

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in both the clinical and optical retail sides of an eye care practice. The successful candidate will support the optometrist by booking and checking in patients, assisting with frame selection, providing basic lens education, and handling optical dispensing.

Key Responsibilities

  • Greeting patients and ensuring a positive patient experience
  • Entering and updating patient information in electronic medical records
  • Submitting to OHIP system
  • Scheduling appointments and managing phone inquiries

Optical & Retail Duties

  • Assisting patients with frame selection and lens options
  • Providing general education on lenses, coatings, and eyewear care
  • Adjusting and fitting frames (training provided if needed)
  • Processing optical orders and coordinating with labs
  • Maintaining displays, inventory, and optical organization
  • Handling payments and point-of-sale transactions
  • Qualifications & Skills

  • Experience in an optometry clinic or optical dispensary is an asset
  • Strong customer service and communication skills
  • Comfortable working with patients of all ages
  • Detail-oriented with good organizational skills
  • Ability to multitask in a busy clinic and retail environment
  • Experience with electronic medical records and optical software is an asset
  • Willingness to learn and contribute as part of a team
  • What We Offer

  • Full-time hours for the duration of the 1-year contract
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Training provided for clinical and optical tasks as needed
  • Competitive hourly compensation based on experience
  • How to Apply

    Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter to

    Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

    Create a job alert for this search

    Assistant Assistant • Kitchener, ON, Canada

    Similar jobs
    Dental Assistant - Dentalcorp

    Dental Assistant - Dentalcorp

    Dentalcorp • Brantford
    Full-time +1
    Dentalcorp is Canada's largest and fastest growing network of dental practices, committed to advancing the overall well‑being of Canadians by delivering the best clinical outcomes and unforgettable...Show more
    Last updated: 10 days ago • Promoted
    On Brand Ambassador - CAD

    On Brand Ambassador - CAD

    ThirdChannel • Kitchener
    Full-time
    As an On Tech Brand Rep, you’ll be the face of On in retail stores—educating / training store associates and ensuring an exceptional customer experience. Share your knowledge of On products to educate...Show more
    Last updated: 8 days ago • Promoted
    Physician Assistant

    Physician Assistant

    Homewood Health • Guelph, ON, Canada
    Full-time
    Make a difference in a growing, innovative mental health organization and centre of excellence in people-centered care.Work with supportive colleagues who are passionate about improving lives and c...Show more
    Last updated: 1 day ago • Promoted
    Accounting Assistant

    Accounting Assistant

    Teletek Structures Inc. • Wellington (Elora), ON, ca
    Full-time +1
    As an Accounting Assistant, you’re the glue that holds our team together.It’s your job to make sure things are running seamlessly, so that your team can achieve success. That’s why we need someone l...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Retail Team Lead – Lead Ops, Mentorship & Growth

    Retail Team Lead – Lead Ops, Mentorship & Growth

    Dollarama • Fergus
    Full-time
    A leading retail company in Fergus, Ontario seeks an Assistant Team Leader to support daily store operations and ensure exceptional customer service. Key responsibilities include assisting in staff ...Show more
    Last updated: 10 days ago • Promoted
    Experienced Sales Consultants | Kitchener | Full-Time

    Experienced Sales Consultants | Kitchener | Full-Time

    Linen Chest • Kitchener
    Full-time
    Experienced Sales Consultants | Kitchener | Full-Time.Be among the first 25 applicants.We extend an exclusive invitation to join our team as an Experienced Retail Sales Consultant.Bring your wealth...Show more
    Last updated: 10 days ago • Promoted
    Supply Educational Assistant

    Supply Educational Assistant

    Wellington Catholic District School Board • Guelph, ON, Canada
    Full-time
    The Wellington Catholic DSB is committed to equity for all students and staff, and to delivering the highest quality education through a qualified workforce that reflects the diversity of the commu...Show more
    Last updated: 7 days ago • Promoted
    Bilingual Change Management Specialist (Full Time, 6 Month Contract)

    Bilingual Change Management Specialist (Full Time, 6 Month Contract)

    Amplify Care • Kitchener, ON, Canada
    Full-time +1
    Amplify Care is a not-for-profit organization (founded in 2014 as the eHealth Centre of Excellence) dedicated to helping clinicians and their teams thrive through the implementation of innovative d...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Dental Assistant - Growth & Flexible Hours

    Dental Assistant - Growth & Flexible Hours

    Green Meadows Dental • Guelph
    Full-time
    A local dental practice in Guelph is seeking a Dental Assistant to perform clinical chairside duties and build strong patient relationships. Candidates must be registered with their Provincial regul...Show more
    Last updated: 10 days ago • Promoted
    Executive Assistant to CEO (Full-time, IN-OFFICE)

    Executive Assistant to CEO (Full-time, IN-OFFICE)

    Icon Office Environments • Brantford, ON, CA
    Full-time
    Quick Apply
    Icon Office Environments is seeking a proactive and organized full-time Executive Assistant to the CEO to support both business and personal operations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago
    Clinical Product Research Associate [Co-op 8+ Months Preferred]

    Clinical Product Research Associate [Co-op 8+ Months Preferred]

    NERv Technology Inc. D.B.A. FluidAI Medical • Kitchener
    Full-time +1
    Clinical Product Research Associate [Co-op 8+ Months Preferred].FluidAI Medical is a medical device organization creating a paradigm shift in post-operative care, utilizing the plethora of data wit...Show more
    Last updated: 10 days ago • Promoted
    Service Technician (Ontario)

    Service Technician (Ontario)

    Les Équipements Lapierre inc. • Brantford, ON, Canada
    Full-time
    At Les Équipements Lapierre, we have been innovating for many years in the manufacturing of high-performance, durable, and custom maple sugaring equipment. As a leader in our industry, we are recogn...Show more
    Last updated: 7 days ago • Promoted
    Administrative Assistant, Business Development

    Administrative Assistant, Business Development

    Milestone Environmental Contracting Inc. • Cambridge, ON, Canada
    Full-time
    Milestone is looking for creative people who enjoy a challenge.We provide contracting excellence to our clients, daring them to let us collaborate on their toughest and most sensitive projects acro...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Full-Time Community Occupational Therapy / Physiotherapy Assistant (OTA / PTA)

    Full-Time Community Occupational Therapy / Physiotherapy Assistant (OTA / PTA)

    The Care Company Inc. • Simcoe, ON, Canada
    Full-time
    The Care Company is a home health care organization whose purpose is to create.A Better Life for Those at Home.We support clients of all ages—including infants, children, youth, adults, and s...Show more
    Last updated: 20 days ago • Promoted
    New Business Specialist - 12 Month Contract

    New Business Specialist - 12 Month Contract

    Canada Life • Kitchener
    Full-time +1
    New Business Specialist - 12 Month Contract.Join Canada Life as a New Business Specialist on a 12‑month contract.This temporary full‑time role places you at the heart of our MGA operations, helping...Show more
    Last updated: 10 days ago • Promoted
    Senior Building Operator

    Senior Building Operator

    Hays • Brantford, ON, Canada
    Full-time
    Hays is proud to be partnering with a leading commercial real estate management company which is seeking a Building Operator to join their team in Brantford, ON. The Building Operator will be operat...Show more
    Last updated: 15 hours ago • Promoted • New!
    Sales Specialist_Manager On Duty

    Sales Specialist_Manager On Duty

    RONA • Simcoe, ON, Canada
    Full-time
    At RONA, our employees let their passion blossom every day.Our teams are driven by the desire to help people bring their projects to life and are committed to making a difference in the communities...Show more
    Last updated: 1 day ago • Promoted
    Satellite Administrative Assistant

    Satellite Administrative Assistant

    Southwestern Ontario Youth for Christ • Cambridge, ON, Canada
    Full-time
    Youth Unlimited YFC Southwestern Ontario is a youth-focused, faith-based, organization that exists to help young people throughout Southwestern Ontario attain their full life potential by showing l...Show more
    Last updated: 2 days ago • Promoted