Ophthalmic Assistant
Currently hiring for a temporary part-time (15-25 hours per week), Ophthalmic Assistant position to start immediately for a very high paced, busy surgical and medical Ophthalmology Practice. Ideal candidate would have great compassion for patients and ensuring that a high level of patient care is always maintained
Responsibilities:
*Reception duties such as greeting patients, register patients, booking appointments and answering phones
*Complete pre-testing such as visual acuity measurement, measuring of intraocular pressures, administer eye drops and medications, perform Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) testing, Fundus Photography, Assist Physician with Fluorescein Angiography and Assist Physician with office surgery
*Provide excellent patient service and care
*Use appointment and patient file software (Accuro) and other available tools to make accurate and clear notes regarding patient eye health
*Be accountable for the quality and accuracy of all testing completed
*Staying aware and understanding changes made to protocols and procedures within the clinic
*Any other tasks as per required by the Clinical Director and/or Physician
Skills Qualifications:
*Excellent communication skills, must be professional
*Must have the ability to adapt to variety of patient types and be comfortable working in close contact with patients (especially elderly)
*Patience, approachability and calm demeanor
*Ability to manage patient expectations and concerns
*Attention to detail with the ability to multi-task
*Adapt well to a high paced office, manage personal stress
*Team-oriented and collaborative, demonstrate a willingness to learn
*Familiar with computers and with an ability to learn new software and/or programs
*Experience in an Optometric or Ophthalmology office is an asset
As a health care provider, the Windsor Retina Center is strongly committed to the well-being and safety of our staff, patients and community. Masks are required to be worn both by patients and employees at all times while in the clinic.
Please email your resume with references
We thank all candidates for their interest; however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls will be accepted regarding this position
Work Remotely
Pay: $18.00-$18.50 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
