Ophthalmic Medical Technologists jobs

Job description

Mitchell Eye Centre currently has career openings for experienced professionals based in Calgary. If you are interested in joining a patient-focused, state-of-the-art Ophthalmic practice and working with an exceptional team, please get in touch with us.

Position Summary:
Performs basic patient care, ophthalmic testing procedures and initial patient examinations as directed by physician or supervisor.

Position available:

• Ophthalmic Technician

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Accurately performing patient screening/testing which includes:
• Patient History
• Visual Acuity
• Pupil Assessment
• Intraocular Pressure
• Isihara Testing
• Instilling drops
• Dry eye testing
• Accurately performing diagnostic testing
• Visual Field
• OCT
• Corneal Topography
• Educating the patient on all preliminary testing

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• Efficiently and accurately documenting all patient information in electronic medical records
• Maintaining, calibrating and cleaning all equipment used throughout the day
• Returning and triaging phone calls to patients and other healthcare professionals in a timely manner
• Other duties as assigned
• Demonstrates ability to adapt well to a team environment
• Positive and friendly attitude
• Works well under stress in high volume settings

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent;
• 2+ years of previous experience as an ophthalmic assistant/technician
• Certified as COA/ COT

Skills:

• Excellent patient communication skills
• Strong computer skills, previous EMR experience is an asset
• Ability to quickly adapt to evolving technology
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivation to deliver high quality results
• Professional Demeanor and Appearance
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to demonstrate consistent initiative and a team attitude
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work unsupervised or with minimal supervision

This is a full time or possible part time position with a competitive salary. We offer benefits packages along with a staff retention program.,

Job Types: Full-time

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person