The right person is needed for optometric specialty practice. Tired of the retail schedule? Looking for a change of pace? Opportunity for growth? Our office takes great pride in providing quality eyecare for the entire family. If you love kids, you will love our practice. In addition to general eye care, we also provide vision therapy for children and adults.
The ideal candidate must be able to multi-task, possess excellent customer service skills, be a self-motivator, detail oriented, able to quickly and accurately learn and adapt to new ideas and skills, have a professional demeanor, enjoy working with children and be computer knowledgeable.
Duties:
- Assist optometrist with patient care, including pre-testing and documentation
- Help patients select eyewear and provide fitting assistance
- Process orders for contact lenses and eyeglasses
- Maintain inventory of optical supplies and ensure cleanliness of optical area
- Schedule appointments and handle front desk duties
- Utilize electronic medical records (EMR) system to update patient information
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in a medical office or retail sales environment preferred but not necessary.
- Knowledge of optical terminology and procedures is a plus
- Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems, such as ODOfficePro, is desirable but not a requirement.
- Excellent customer service skills and ability to work well with patients of all ages, including pediatrics, geriatrics and those with challenges
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Proficient in using computers and basic office software
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as assigned.
Work hours are negotiable, but availability is required for the following hours: M & W 8:45 – 5:30, Tues 8:45 -7:15 Thurs 12:15- 7:15 and F 8:45-3:30. No weekends. Wage is commensurate with experience.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Salary: From $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 35 per week
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- On-site parking
- Store discount
- Vision care
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Supplemental pay types:
- Overtime pay
Ability to Commute:
- Caledonia, ON N3W 1K7 (required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Caledonia, ON N3W 1K7: Relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person