optometric assistant
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About the role
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Work setting: Optical retail store. Office of health care professional. Private practice. Tasks: Administer eye drops, ointments and medications as directed by ophthalmologists. Administer tests using equipment, instruct patients on test procedures and record results, and monitor, check and calibrate auditory equipment. Assist health care professionals. Assist physicians in the assessment of patients. Operate ophthalmic testing and measuring instruments. Maintain supplies. Maintain inventory of equipment. Perform general clerical duties. Prepare and maintain cleanliness of collection areas. Process files and paperwork. Schedule and confirm appointments. Manage routine office functions including reception, telephone and booking appointments. Organize and maintain inventory. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Repetitive tasks. Manual dexterity. Attention to detail. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. 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?. Experience: Experience an asset. Health benefits: Vision care benefits. Other benefits: Free parking available.