Ophthalmic Technician

Ophthalmic Technician

Carrot Health

Objectives: Provide optimum patient care in a fast- paced ophthalmology clinic.

Responsibilities:

• Greet patients respectfully, pleasantly, professionally and be able to convey concern, relate tactfully and sympathetically at all times.
• Understand the patient registration and informed consents and be able to present.
• Check out patients in a timely and efficient manner to maintain a steady workflow.
• Assist in other departments when needed, front desk and call centre.
• Able to collect the patient’s medical history and document.
• Able to do visual acuity workups and assist the doctor needs in prepping and pre-testing the patients.
• Experience with OCT, VF, IOL Master, AScan, Tonometry and other tests.
• Ensures that the clinic areas are maintained in accordance to guidelines.
• Must have access to a reliable vehicle and able to travel between clinics in Oakville, Etobicoke and Brampton.
• Able to work a flexible schedule with some weekend clinics.
• Maintain a neat and clean work environment and professional appearance.

Education & Skills:

• Ophthalmology Diploma preferred but relevant experience is considered an asset as well.
• Ability to follow process and procedures as directed.
• Ability to think as you work and catch things that might be missed through testing.
• Proactive personality with the ability to think and work independently and not just waiting for the queues to begin.
• Able to work under pressure and multi-task in a fast paced environment, while providing a high degree of professionalism.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong customer service skills.
• Interest in the health care field and willingness to learn various roles within the clinic.
• Maintain confidentiality of patients and organization at all times.
• Experience in Ophthalmology and Oscar Clinical Management System is an asset

Job Types: Full-time

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $21.00-$26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Oakville, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person