Ophthalmic Technician - Eye Care Centre (176786)

Nova Scotia Health; Halifax; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Nova Scotia is seeking a dedicated Ophthalmic Technician to assist in delivering high-quality patient care. The ideal candidate will have completed an accredited training program, hold relevant certifications, and bring experience in a clinical setting. Join a team committed to excellence and diversity while benefiting from an attractive benefits package and the vibrant lifestyle that Halifax has to offer.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited training program mandatory.
• Certification within 6 months of hire date expected.
• Two years of related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Ophthalmologist in patient assessments and technical tests.
• Perform vision measurement and other specialized tests.
• Provide high efficiency and accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Technical Testing

Vision Measurement

Color Vision Testing

Laser Scan Execution

Cornea Measurement

Pre-op Cataract Measurements

Education

Grade XII or equivalent

Accredited Ophthalmic Technician Training Program

Certification with JCAHPO at Ophthalmic Technician level

Job description

Location : Central Zone Centennial Building - QEII

Department : OPCZ N.S. Eye Centre

Type of Employment : Permanent Hourly FT ( 100% FTE) x 1 position(s)

Posting Closing Date : 12-Jun-25

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. Were on a mission to achieve excellence in health healing and learning through working together which is reflected in the hospitals health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic tertiary and quaternary care as well as continuing care primary health care public health and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators collaborators and creative thinkers today.

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe theres a place here for everyone to call home from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means youll have the time to explore discover and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.

About the Opportunity

The Ophthalmic Technician is responsible for assisting the Ophthalmologist in the clinical setting. This involves the initial patient assessment as well as performing a number of technical tests / procedures. This all must be done with a high degree of efficiency and accuracy often in a very fast paced environment. This includes measuring patientsvision taking history checking their pupils testingcolour vision measuring the power of glasses they wear determining what strength glasses they need measuring eye pressure putting in eye drops. In addition the incumbent is responsible for doing specialized testing such as laser scans of the optic disc photographs measuring contrast sensitivity measuring the cornea (front surface contour thickness and back surface cell counts) measuring their peripheral visual fields and doing pre-op cataract measurements to determine the power of lens they will need implanted in their eye.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following :

• Grade XII or equivalent required
• Successful completion of an accredited Ophthalmic Technician Training Program
• Certification with the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology Ophthalmic Technician level is required or willingness to be certified within (6) months of hire date
• Two years of previous related experience is required
• Competencies in other languages an asset French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education experience training and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent full-time position;75 hours biweekly

Compensation and Incentives

31.03 - $36.04 Hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health dental travel long-term disability and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions bargaining units or employment status are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority benefits and vacation entitlement and / or usage prior to accepting the position.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination values diversity and is representative at all job levels of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous Black / African Nova Scotian Persons of Colour Foreign Nationals / Newcomers Persons with Disabilities 2SLGBTQIA to apply and self-identify.

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