Optometrist Assistant - Jobs in Fort Macleod, AB

Job Description

Do you love working and collaborating with people Do you find fulfillment from seeing yourself and others learn, develop, and succeed in a positive work environmentWe are a dynamic team, locally owned and operated by optical healthcare providers. We are committed to an unsurpassed eye care experience for the entire family. This philosophy is weaved into every interaction we have with our team, healthcare providers, and our patients. Our goal is to enhance how you experience life.The team:Our high energy, fun and professional clinic is based in Lethbridge, with a sister office in Fort MacLeod.We aim to provide amazing customer experience to our patients while providing comprehensive knowledge of their eye health and eye care. We are seeking unique candidates to bring innovative ideas, exceptional patient care and the desire to grow within our team.We are seeking someone who is outgoing, sales-focused and personable. Previous experience in vision health and understanding of both lens technology, frame trends, and style would be an asset. Comprehensive training will be provided.What this role is about:

• Welcoming, greeting, and guiding patients and visitors to the clinic
• Confirming information and updating any existing patient profile as required
• Verifying and processing insurance plan for patients
• Managing telephone calls
• Assisting patients upon the completion of their treatment/visit and scheduling next visits
• Take payments, and process in our computer system and the POS machine, handle cash
• Creating a memorable experience for patients while helping them choose new eyewear and lenses based on doctor recommendations
• Working alongside our team to ensure that the patient visit is exceptional and seamless while managing gallery flow, overseeing inventory and adjusting eyewear
• Perform duties and optical dispensing as well as demonstrating eagerness and creativity to enhance the eye care services
• Ability to learn and grasp new products and technology

What we are looking for:

• Ability to make patients feel welcome, respected, and heard.
• Positive attitude, caring and professional manner with a professional appearance.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in retail sales and customer service is an asset
• Someone with a desire to learn and grow with the company.
• Someone that is people centered, supportive and flexible
• Ensuring information is clearly, appropriately, and confidentially communicated to the Team
• Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Positive attitude and ability to work collaboratively in a group
• Take initiative and be able to tackle tasks with little supervision
• Background in an optical setting is preferred
• Candidates with an Optician diploma or Ophthalmic Assistant certificate are considered an asset, however not required

We provide all in-house training through our Lethbridge Location as well as competitive wages, benefits packages and a health spending account. This position is most ideal for someone looking for a long-term career with which they can grow and develop. If this position is of interest to you, we’d love to hear from you.We thank all who apply; however only those considered for an interview will be contacted. Please bring your resume in person at Optical Studio Lethbridge or send your resume to via email.Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Store discount
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Fort Macleod, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

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