Optical Assistant

Join Our Team

Cowichan Eyecare is looking for a Pre-tester / Optical Assistant to join our clinic. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and wants to build a career in eye care.

The Role

You’ll play an important part in the patient experience, supporting both the clinical team and

front-end flow of the clinic.

Day-to-day, you’ll:

 Welcome patients and guide them through their visit

 Collect case histories and prepare patients for exams

 Perform pre-testing and assist with diagnostic equipment

 Administer eye drops and explain procedures

 Prepare exam rooms and maintain equipment

 Help manage patient flow between reception and clinical areas

 Support contact lens training and follow-ups

 Keep patient records accurate and up to date

Who You Are

 Personable and professional with patients

 Organized and detail-oriented

 Comfortable multitasking and staying busy

 A strong team player

 Open to learning and taking on new responsibilities

 Comfortable using computers and clinic systems

What We Offer

 Starting wage of $23/hour

 Dental benefits

 Health Spending Account (HSA)

 Free eye exams and vision care

 RRSP matching

 Paid time off

 A supportive, team-oriented environment

 Full training and ongoing learning opportunities

Schedule

 Full-time hours

 Tuesday to Saturday

 In-clinic role

Apply

If you’re looking for a hands-on role in healthcare and enjoy working with people, we’d love to connect.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Work Location: In person