Overview

Languages

English

Education

Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or optometry

Experience

7 months to less than 1 year

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

Clinic Private practice

Responsibilities

Tasks

Examine patients' eyes, conduct tests and use specialized instruments to determine visual efficiency Prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses and other vision aids to correct patients’ vision Prescribe treatment to conserve, improve and correct vision and other ocular disorders Counsel patients on visual hygiene, lighting arrangements, working distances and safety factors Refer patients to ophthalmologists or other physicians and surgeons when ocular or other diseases are found

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities

Additional information

Security and safety

Eligible for professional liability insurance

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Personal suitability

Accurate Client focus Dependability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Interpersonal awareness Judgement Reliability Team player Values and ethics

Benefits

Health benefits

Vision care benefits