Ophthalmology Assistant/Technician (Casual)

Certified Technician: $19.947/hr.- $26.052/hr.

Assistant: $17.622/hr.- $23.761/hr.

Position Summary:

The Winnipeg Clinic Ophthalmology Department is seeking an individual who can deliver excellent customer service to our patients and maintain efficient patient flow for multiple physicians’ practices. This is a great opportunity for those individuals who thrive in a rapid-paced environment. Previous ophthalmology/optometric experience is an asset, but we are willing to train an individual who is motivated and eager to learn.

We are seeking a casual employee with the possibility of it turning to full time in the future.

Duties and responsibilities
Obtain and document comprehensive medical and ophthalmic history utilizing an EMR system (Accuro)
Preliminary examination screening (visual acuity, pupillary assessment, tonometry, pachymetry and BAT, Ishihara Plates, tear film function and instillation of drops)
Performance of diagnostic testing and imaging (OCT, Humphreys Visual Fields,A-scans,B-scans)




Assist with ophthalmic procedures (intraocular injections of medications, laser photocoagulation, minor office procedures)

Performance Requirements
Ophthalmology/Optometry experience preferred but not required (training provided to successful candidate)
Must be versatile and able to function in a fast-paced environment with excellent interpersonal skills
Strong decision-making skills
Good verbal and written communications skills
Strong attention to detail and multi-tasking
Have good computer skills (Accuro, Forum knowledge an asset but not required)

Assets:

Accuro experience

Certified Ophthalmology

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $17.62-$26.05 per hour

Application question(s)
Are you legally authorized to work in Canada?

Experience:
Ophthalmology: 1 year (preferred)

Language:
English (required)

Work Location: In person

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