Optometric Assistant

BonLook • Lethbridge, AB

8h • Onsite

About The Position

Our FYidoctors Lethbridge clinic is looking for someone like you to bring your exceptional skills and experience to join us as an Optometric Assistant to fill an existing vacancy! In this role, you’ll enhance the lives of our patients every single day, delivering exceptional vision and eyewear experiences in a dynamic, rewarding, and collaborative environment. This position is a full-time role working 30-40 hours per week. Our clinic is open Monday to Saturday.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years optical experience required
• Ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with technology and computers, including MS Office Suite
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a passion for connecting with patients and delivering exceptional patient experiences
• A collaborative, adaptable, and proactive team player with a growth mindset, able to manage changing priorities effectively

Nice To Haves

• Past or current CCOA designation preferred

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients to the clinic, manage patient check in and check out and engage with patients in person, by phone, and via email
• Perform pre-testing to support comprehensive eye care
• Educate patients on eyewear options tailored to their lifestyle, assisting with frame selection to ensure optimal value, quality, aesthetics, and performance
• Interpret optical prescriptions provided by the optometrist
• Perform frame and facial measurements, ensuring proper fit and positioning of new eyewear, as well as repairs and adjustments
• Coordinate appointments, and prepare prescription printouts
• Manage billing and payments for patients, insurers and other third parties
• Assist with contact lens fittings and process contact lens orders
• Deliver exceptional customer service, ensuring a positive patient experience
• Support clinic operations by performing additional duties as required

Benefits

• Competitive wages with the opportunity to earn quarterly bonuses
• A comprehensive benefits package featuring exceptional optical coverage
• Rapid and ongoing growth, providing a consistently challenging and rewarding environment
• A workplace culture that fosters collaboration and teamwork
• Continuous training and development opportunities to support your career growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed