Aurora Family Eyecare is a family-focused optometry clinic. We are dedicated to providing exceptional care to our patients while fostering a supportive team environment. Aurora Family Eyecare offers competitive wages, healthcare advantages, and numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Job Overview
We are seeking a full time optometric assistant to join our front desk team and help us care for our wonderful patients. The ideal candidate is a friendly, outgoing, detail-oriented individual who is passionate about providing excellent customer service. If you thrive in a busy environment, are adept at multi-tasking, and are proficient with computers, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
Answer telephone and emails professionally and efficiently
Triage, and schedule patient appointments and follow-up visits
Greet patients and assist with check-in and check-out procedures.
Maintain patient records and update charts in the electronic health record system.
Manage patient flow and ensure that appointments run on time.
Assist in preparing patients for eye exams by performing preliminary tests such as AR/NCT
Support the optometrist in conducting specialized tests (retinal photos/OCT/VF testing/corneal topography and axial length measurement).
Assist patient with frame and lens selection based on doctor’s Rx and occupational/lifestyle needs.
Assist with administrative tasks such as invoicing, and managing patient referrals
Qualifications
Previous experience as an Optometrist Assistant is preferred
Solid interpersonal skills and the ability to interact professionally with patients.
Ability to work in a quick-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
Basic computer skills and experience with electronic health records (EHR) software.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Additional certification or training in optometry or healthcare is a plus.
Must be available to work on Saturdays
Job Type: Permanent Pay: $19.00-$23.00 per hour
Benefits
Dental care
Extended health care
On-site parking
Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
Aurora, ON L4G 8A3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
Are you available to work on Saturdays and one evening/week?