CCOA Certified Optometric Assistant — Eye Care Support

Government of Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A government health service in Calgary seeks a Certified Optometric Assistant to support ophthalmology professionals. Responsibilities include administering medications, assisting in patient assessments, and maintaining medical records. The role requires certification and offers various health and financial benefits along with a structured work environment. Candidates must have good organizational skills and a minimum of one year of relevant experience.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Learning/training paid by employer

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Team building opportunities

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience required.
• Proficiency in managing patient documentation and clerical tasks.
• Ability to operate and maintain medical instruments.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications as directed by ophthalmologists.
• Assist in patient assessments and clinical consultations.
• Record vital signs and maintain inventories of supplies.

Skills

Administer eye drops, ointments and medications

Assist health care professionals

Operate ophthalmic testing and measuring instruments

Record test results and medications

Manage routine office functions

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Canadian Certified Optometric Assistant Program (CCOA)

Tools

MS Excel

MS Office

Electronic medical records

Job description

A government health service in Calgary seeks a Certified Optometric Assistant to support ophthalmology professionals. Responsibilities include administering medications, assisting in patient assessments, and maintaining medical records. The role requires certification and offers various health and financial benefits along with a structured work environment. Candidates must have good organizational skills and a minimum of one year of relevant experience.