Ophthalmic Technician

Job Description:

We are seeking a responsible, pleasant, and outgoing individual to join our growing ophthalmology practice as an Ophthalmic Technician in O’Leary, PE. The ideal candidate will be personable and dedicated to the highest quality patient care. They will be responsible for the daily running of the clinic, interaction with patients, administering ophthalmic tests and light administrative tasks.

This is a Part-Time position working Thursdays and Fridays, and would be ideal for a semi-retired person or casual healthcare worker looking to supplement their hours.

Candidates must be able to travel to Charlottetown for a 4 week training period.

Duties:

– Greet patients and set up examination rooms with appropriate clean between patient visits,
– Perform ophthalmic testing and administer drops as required,
– Start and maintain patient charts, and take patient history using electronic medical records
– General office duties such as filing, answering of phone, and filling out forms,
– Keeping testing rooms and work areas clean and tidy,
– Maintaining confidentiality, privacy and use discretion at all times.

Qualifications:

– Excellent computer skills,
– Ability to work independently alongside other ophthalmic technicians and as a team,
– Excellent command of written/spoken English with additional languages an asset.

Requirements: No specific requirements but the following would be considered an asset.

– Experience working as an ophthalmic technician or related role,
– Previous experience in health care.

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