About this role
*Duties*
- Assist optometrists with patient care, including: obtaining data from various instruments (autorefractor, non-contact tonometer, lensometer), taking patient history, measuring visual acuity, and performing preliminary tests
- Prepare examination rooms and equipment for patient visits
- Schedule appointments and manage patient flow
- Provide exceptional customer service in every area of the office
- Educate patients on contact lens insertion and removal techniques
- Assist with frame selection, dispensing of eyewear and minor repairs
- Maintain accurate and organized electronic medical records
- Perform other administrative tasks such as filing, faxing, scanning documents, answering phones, registering patients, verifying insurance, etc
*Qualifications*
- Experience in an optometry or ophthalmology office is an asset but not required. Training will be provided (*MAYBE YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A CAREER CHANGE*)
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to provide excellent customer service to patients of all ages, including pediatrics
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
-Must be able to work well with others. Office conflict will not be tolerated. This is a very friendly place to work!
*Nice to Haves*
- Knowledge of medical terminology and familiarity with electronic medical records systems
- Familiarity with optical procedures and equipment is a plus
_Note_: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Duties and responsibilities may be subject to change based on the needs of the practice.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00-$21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35.0 per week
Benefits: * On-site parking * Vision care
Application question(s): * 1. Why would you like to work at CustomEYES Optometry?
* 2. Why should I hire you?
Education: * Secondary School (required)
Language: * English (required)
Location: * Tillsonburg, ON (preferred)
Work Location: In person