Ophthalmic Technician — 32-Hour Week, 18-Month Temp + Bonus

TLC Laser Eye Centers; Calgary; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Temporary full-time contract (~18 mo,

3 weeks vacation & 1 wellness day

Work with Ophthalmology experts; part‑

Job summary

TLC Laser Eye Centres Calgary is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician (Optician or Science graduate) for a temporary full-time role. The position involves 32 hours per week over a roughly 18-month contract, with scheduling based on surgical timelines.

You will perform preoperative and postoperative measurements, review imaging maps, and support patient care. The role requires strong English communication and comfort with computers and EMR systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in science required or related field.
• Opticianry training or equivalent considered.
• Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) or COMT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preoperative and postoperative measurements and explain steps to patients.
• Review imaging maps for accuracy.
• Be knowledgeable about clinic procedures and technologies.
• Provide outstanding customer service and patient care.
• Support Risk Management by reporting safety concerns and incidents.

Skills

Patient care

English communication

Technology comfort

EMR knowledge (asset)

Education

BSc in science

Opticianry program (license not required)

COT (Certified Ophthalmic Technician)

COMT (Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist)

Tools

Microsoft 365

EMR systems

Job description

TLC Laser Eye Centres Calgary is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician (Optician or Science graduate) for a temporary full-time role. The position involves 32 hours per week over a roughly 18-month contract, with scheduling based on surgical timelines.

You will perform preoperative and postoperative measurements, review imaging maps, and support patient care. The role requires strong English communication and comfort with computers and EMR systems.