Ophthalmic Assistant: Eye Clinic Support (Part-Time)

St. Michael's Hospital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Michael's Hospital, part of Unity Health Toronto, seeks an Ophthalmic Assistant for the Ophthalmology Admin team. You will support retinal ophthalmologists, help manage clinic flow, perform patient workups, tests, and document results to ensure accurate patient records and smooth operations.

This part-time permanent role may require travel between sites and hours that include early or late starts. A patient‑centered, collaborative approach and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a post-secondary Ophthalmic Assistant program.
• Minimum of two years recent ophthalmic experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize work.
• Excellent time management in a busy, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent computer knowledge and experience.
• Demonstrated excellent customer/patient service.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality; flexible work hours.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient workups and report results to physician.
• Explain the purpose and procedures for tests to patients.
• Document test results.
• Ensure consent forms are signed.
• Maintain safe and therapeutic work environment.
• Complete basic instrument and equipment maintenance; arrange repairs.
• Order supplies and help maintain equipment; assist in servicing.
• Provide optimum patient care and education with professionalism.
• Participate in research protocols with Ophthalmologist.
• Attend conferences and seminars to improve skills.
• Office duties such as pulling and filing charts and answering phones.

Skills

Ophthalmic experience

Independence

Time management

Communication

Computers

Customer service

Attendance punctuality

Flexibility

Education

Ophthalmic Assistant program

Job description

St. Michael's Hospital, part of Unity Health Toronto, seeks an Ophthalmic Assistant for the Ophthalmology Admin team. You will support retinal ophthalmologists, help manage clinic flow, perform patient workups, tests, and document results to ensure accurate patient records and smooth operations.

This part-time permanent role may require travel between sites and hours that include early or late starts. A patient‑centered, collaborative approach and attention to detail are essential.