Overview

Join our eye care team as an Optometric Assistant, where you will directly enhance patient experiences and support our optometrists. In this role, you will be pre-testing patients, ensuring smooth patient flow, managing electronic medical records, and front desk duties.

Responsibilities
Greet patients warmly upon arrival, verify appointments, and check in patients efficiently at the front desk.
Manage electronic medical records (EMR) systems (Optosys) to ensure accurate and up-to-date patient information.
Prepare exam rooms, assist optometrists and facilitate patient flow throughout the day.
Handle administrative tasks such as scheduling visits, processing insurance claims, and maintaining patient records.

Skills
Previous experience working in an optometry, optical or ophthalmology office setting is highly desirable,
Familiarity in the electronic medical records system Optosys is an asset but training will be provided.
Robust knowledge of optometric terminology related to eye care and general healthcare practices.
Excellent customer service skills with a friendly, professional demeanor for patient interactions.




Ability to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations, including pediatrics.
Demonstrated ability to multitask efficiently in a rapid-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
Knowledge of medical office procedures, insurance processing, and retail sales principles is highly desirable.

This role is perfect for individuals who want to pick-up part time work and are eager to grow their career in eye care while making a positive impact on patients’ vision health. If detail-oriented, and passionate about delivering exceptional care, we invite you to apply!

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 per week

Benefits:
In office parking

Application question(s):
Are you legally allowed to work in Canada?
Do you have a criminal record?
What do OD and OS strand for?

Education:
Secondary School (required)

Language:
English (required)

Licence/Certification:
Certified Canadian Optometric Assistant (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Optometric Assistant Lower Sackville
🏢 Dr. France Muise, Optometry
📍 Lower Sackville