Local optometric office currently seeking a patient care coordinator/optometric assistant (parental leave coverage - 12 month contract, 22- 27 hours per week) for Kingsville office.

Candidate must have a positive attitude, possess solid customer service and computer skills.

Previous experience with pretesting, including Visual Fields/OCT, contact lenses, and frame dispensary knowledge within an optometric workplace is an asset. Must be familiar with using electronic medical records, booking appointments online and by telephone. Training can be provided for the ideal candidate.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Professionally respond to patient enquiries.
Pretest patients as well as assist with contact lenses, frame selection and adjustments.
Assist in managing the scheduling process, as well as confirming appointments, collecting payment and billing to third-party insurance companies.




Other administrative duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS: At least 2 years of customer service and administrative experience is required. Must be extremely organized and detail oriented.
Superior time management skills and the ability to follow through and follow up on task completion is essential.
Customer service focussed.

We thank all interested applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Part time

Pay: $20.00-$22.00 per hour

Education:
Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:
Front desk: 2 years (preferred)
Administrative : 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Optometric Assistant Parental Leave Coverage Kingsville (Canada)
🏢 2305444 Ontario
📍 Canada