Optometric Assistant & Receptionist
We’re looking for a friendly outgoing individual to join our team as an optometric assistant and receptionist. We are a busy 5 doctor optometry practice located in Kingsway Mall that’s open 7-days a week. You will be responsible for coordinating appointments, greeting patients, running preliminary tests, auxiliary testing, and assisting the doctor with various day-to-day clinic functions
Attention to detail and exceptional communication skills are essential to excel in this position. Experience in the optical or eye care industry is not required but would be an asset. Training will be provided to the successful candidate(s), to ensure a smooth and successful start with our organization.
The ability to assist people in a friendly manner and communicate with your co-workers is a must. This position is best suited to someone who can work well alone and multitask. This job is a combination of one-to-one patient interaction, paperwork and hands-on testing.
This position can either be part-time or full-time. Depending on the candidate this can be a great job opportunity for part-time students attending Grant MacEwan and Nait. The wage range for this position is $18.50-$21.50, depending on past work experience. Our part-time positions, offer availability for early evenings, Saturdays and Sundays.
Stonewire Optometry loves to hire great people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service. So if you’re that person looking for a steady full-time or part-time career with consistent hours in a stable industry, we would love for you to apply.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please send your contact information and resume in PDF or Word. If you think you’re perfect for this position, please drop off your resume in person, because we would love to meet you. Let us know if you’re looking for full-time work, or part-time evenings and weekends.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: $18.50-$21.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

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

Experience:

• Optical: 1 year (preferred)

Location:

• Kingsway Mall, AB (required)

Work Location: In perso

• Preliminary testing of patients
• Preparing exam rooms
• Preparing exam charts & scanning
• Reception and telephone handling
• Scheduling and recalling patients for eye exams & other services
• Specialized testing procedures
• Billing Alberta Health Care & other insurance plans
• Ordering contact lenses
• Training contact lens patients
• Keeping the office clean and tidy
• Assisting the doctors as required