Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year. or equivalent experience. Tasks: Administer eye drops, ointments and medications as directed by ophthalmologists. Assist health care professionals. Follow through on treatment programs with patients. Operate ophthalmic testing and measuring instruments. Clean and maintain equipment. Prepare and maintain equipment and supplies. Process claims such as health insurance or workers compensation. 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. Order supplies and equipment. Send and receive messages. Answer telephone and relay telephone calls and messages. Answer electronic enquiries. Process money, cheques and credit/debit card payments. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Canadian Certified Optometric Assistant Program (CCOA). Computer and technology knowledge: MS Office. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Work under pressure. Repetitive tasks. Attention to detail. Personal suitability: Accurate. Client focus. Dependability. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Flexibility. Initiative. Interpersonal awareness. Judgement. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Screening questions: Do you have experience working in this field?. Employment terms options: Evening. Experience: Experience an asset. Employment terms options: Day. Weekend. Health benefits: Dental plan. Health care plan. Paramedical services coverage. Vision care benefits. Financial benefits: Group insurance benefits. Life insurance. Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP). Other benefits: Free parking available. Learning/training paid by employer. Travel insurance.