Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 35 to 42 hours per week Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience: Experience an asset Work setting Optical retail store Office of health care professional Ophthalmic or optical laboratory Tasks Administer eye drops, ointments and medications as directed by ophthalmologists Administer tests using equipment, instruct patients on test procedures and record results, and monitor, check and calibrate auditory equipment Assist health care professionals Assist physicians in the assessment of patients Follow through on treatment programs with patients Help medical examiner in charge Maintain inventories of medications and pharmaceutical products Maintain prescription records Operate ophthalmic testing and measuring instruments Record test results and medications given by ophthalmologists Clean and maintain equipment Prepare and maintain equipment and supplies Process claims such as health insurance or workers compensation Maintain supplies Perform general clerical duties Process files and paperwork Schedule and confirm appointments Take patients' general medical and ophthalmic history Manage routine office functions including reception,



telephone and booking appointments Organize and maintain inventory Adjust finished eyeglasses to fit client Computer and technology knowledge MS Office Area of specialization Ophthalmology Security and safety Criminal record check Work conditions and physical capabilities Rapid-paced environment Work under pressure Repetitive tasks Manual dexterity Attention to detail Ability to distinguish between colours Combination of sitting, standing, walking Standing for extended periods Bending, crouching, kneeling Personal suitability Accurate Client focus Dependability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Flexibility Initiative Interpersonal awareness Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Screening questions Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting? Are you currently a student? Do you have experience working in this field? Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)? Employment terms options Evening Employment terms options Day Health benefits Dental plan Health care plan Paramedical services coverage Vision care perks Financial benefits Bonus Group insurance benefits Other benefits Free parking available Learning/training paid by employer On-site amenities Other benefits Paid time off (volunteering or personal days) Team building opportunities

📌 optometrist assistant (Sydney)
🏢 Island Eyecare
📍 Sydney