Optometric Assistant/Receptionist

at  Dr Teresa Poon and Associates Optometry

We are seeking a friendly and motivated Optometric Assistant to join our group. The right candidate will be able to work well independently and as part of a team, have strong attention to detail and be compassionate, honest and hardworking. The successful Optometric Assistant will possess the ability to take initiative, solve problems and communicate effectively with patients and staff.

Responsibilities:

• Schedule appointments and manage patient flow
• Provide assistance to the optometrist during examinations and treatments.
• Administer tests and assist in filling out patient forms.
• Record measurements of patients’ eye pressure, test results, and print out reports.
• Prepare treatment areas for appointments and keep them clean and tidy.
• Explain procedures to patients.
• Assist Patients in Optical Dispensary and process Glasses/Contact Lenses Orders
• Communicate with other healthcare providers.
• Process insurance claims and verify patient information.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the clinic.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay
• Commission pay

Benefits:

• Company events
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Store discount
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Every Weekend
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Retail sales: 2 years (preferred)
• Administrative/Front Desk: 2 years (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)
• Cantonese (required)
• Mandarin (required)

Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2025-03-0

• Schedule appointments and manage patient flow
• Provide assistance to the optometrist during examinations and treatments.
• Administer tests and assist in filling out patient forms.
• Record measurements of patients’ eye pressure, test results, and print out reports.
• Prepare treatment areas for appointments and keep them clean and tidy.
• Explain procedures to patients.
• Assist Patients in Optical Dispensary and process Glasses/Contact Lenses Orders
• Communicate with other healthcare providers.
• Process insurance claims and verify patient information