Requisition ID: Position Number: Posting End Date: January 21, 2026City: Winnipeg Employer: Shared Health Site: Health Sciences Centre Department / Unit: Ophthalmology Dept Allied Health Job Stream: Clinical Support Union: CUPE Anticipated Start Date: 01/26/2026 FTE: Anticipated Shift: Days Work Arrangement: In PersonDaily Hours Worked: 7.50 Annual Base Hours: Salary: $22.112, $22.762, $23.434, $24.121, $24.832, $25.564 Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.Position OverviewThe incumbent is responsible for organization of the clinic including: ensuring the smooth flow of patient and clerical activity; liaising with referringphysicians, hospital departments, nurses and patients in the clinic; coordinating pre-op testing and surgeries; assisting with minor surgical procedures and patient education pre and post-operatively; administering medications (under direct physician supervision); pre-screening triage patients and performing tests; maintaining and calibrating equipment; and ordering pharmaceutical stock and office supplies.ExperienceA minimum of six months related experience in a clinical environment is required. Previous experience working with children in ophthalmology preferred. Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)Complete high school education, Manitoba standards, required. Successful completion of an Ophthalmic Assistant course (institutional or home study) recognized by the Joint Commission on Allied Personnel in Ophthalmology is required or must be attained within one year of hire. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.Qualifications and SkillsPreference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs,



traditions and values.Typing 35 wpm required. Medical terminology (75% pass mark) required. Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office Word) required.Knowledge of clinical optics, ocular motility, visual field testing and ocular pharmacology preferred. Must have excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal and decision-making skills. Must be able to function independently and communicate effectively with all levels of staff. Physical RequirementsMust be able to multitask and function well in a high-paced workplace. We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.Interested candidates should select the "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.Manitoba healthcare employers, in partnership with the Indigenous community, are committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous People within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.

📌 Ophthalmic Assistant - C$22.1 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 Shared Health
📍 Winnipeg