Ophthalmic Assistant - Thorold, Canada - Niagara Eye Care Centre

Niagara Eye Care Centre

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Thorold, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

***: The Ophthalmic Assistant generates important preliminary information to be used by the ophthalmologist; reviews patient status and performs medical tests.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Performs tests and screening as required including: Reviews patient chart to ensure completeness and accuracy of information, complete ocular health exams, eye pressures, field of vision testing, instillation of eye drops, use of ophthalmic medical equipment, and assisting with minor in-office surgical procedures and laser treatments for different types of glaucoma and post cataract treatments.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Competency Statement(s)

Accountability
Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions or work performed. Willing to accept constructive criticism.

Accuracy

Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly with attention to all details of a project or task.

Adaptability

Ability to adapt to and facilitate change in the workplace.

Communication

Ability to communicate effectively with others using good listening skills and the spoken word. Ability to write clearly and concisely using good grammar and spelling.

Empathetic

Ability to appreciate and be sensitive to the feelings of patients and coworkers. Exhibits a cheerful demeanor with the ability to display goodnatured tolerance of delay or adversity.

Essential Job Functions

Ability to perform the Essential Job Functions of this position.

Initiative

Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal. Desire to excel, attempting nonroutine tasks.

Judgment

The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.

Organized

Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.

Reliability

Can be relied upon to demonstrate reliability in attendance and punctuality.

Team Player

The ability to work with others and independently for a common goal. Puts aside own individual needs to work toward the larger group objective and reinforces the contribution of others.

Education:

High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)

Ophthalmic Assistant Certification an Asset

Requirement:

Must have the ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (gloves, face mask, eye shield, gown) for duration of shift.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Benefits: