Optometric Assistant - Part time

FYidoctors; Cobourg; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonuses

Optical benefits

Growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

Training & development

Job summary

FYidoctors Cobourg Clinic is seeking an Optometric Assistant to join our team on a part-time basis, 20-29 hours per week. The role involves greeting patients, pre-testing, frame fitting, and supporting the optometrist with prescriptions and billing.

You'll work Monday to Friday in a collaborative, patient-focused environment, with opportunities for bonuses and benefits. Prior optical experience and a CCOA designation are preferred but not mandatory, and we value a proactive, multitasking team

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative, adaptable, proactive team player with a growth mindset.

Responsibilities

• Greet and check in/out patients and engage with them in person, by phone, and via email.
• Perform pre-testing to support comprehensive eye care.
• Educate patients on eyewear options and assist with frame selection.
• Interpret optical prescriptions provided by the optometrist.
• Take frame and facial measurements and ensure proper fit and adjustments.
• Coordinate appointments and prepare prescription printouts.
• Manage billing and payments for patients, insurers and third parties.
• Assist with contact lens fittings and orders.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and support clinic operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Team player

Growth mindset

MS Office

Education

CCOA designation

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Our FYidoctors Cobourg Covert Stclinic is looking for someone like you to bring your exceptional skills and experience to join us as an Optometric Assistant to fill an existing vacancy!

In this role, you’ll enhance the lives of our patients every single day, delivering exceptional vision and eyewear experiences in a dynamic, rewarding, and collaborative environment.

This position is a part-time role working 20-29 hours per week. Our clinic is open Monday to Friday.

What You’ll Do

• Greet and welcome patients to the clinic, manage patient check in and check out and engage with patients in person, by phone, and via email
• Perform pre-testing to support comprehensive eye care
• Educate patients on eyewear options tailored to their lifestyle, assisting with frame selection to ensure optimal value, quality, aesthetics, and performance
• Interpret optical prescriptions provided by the optometrist
• Perform frame and facial measurements, ensuring proper fit and positioning of new eyewear, as well as repairs and adjustments
• Coordinate appointments, and prepare prescription printouts
• Manage billing and payments for patients, insurers and other third parties
• Assist with contact lens fittings and process contact lens orders
• Deliver exceptional customer service, ensuring a positive patient experience
• Support clinic operations by performing additional duties as required

What You Bring

• Past or current CCOA designation preferred
• Minimum 3 years optical experience required
• Ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with technology and computers, including MS Office Suite
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a passion for connecting with patients and delivering exceptional patient experiences
• A collaborative, adaptable, and proactive team player with a growth mindset, able to manage changing priorities effectively

How You'll Benefit

• Competitive wages with the opportunity to earn quarterly bonuses(available at qualify clinics)
• A comprehensive benefits package featuring exceptional optical coverage
• Rapid and ongoing growth, providing a consistently challenging and rewarding environment
• A workplace culture that fosters collaborationand teamwork
• Continuous training and development opportunities to support your careergrowth

Why You Should Join Us

FYidoctors, a division of FYihealth group, is Canada’s largest and most technologically advanced eyecare provider. Our purpose is simple: enhance the lives of our patients. If you're excited about joining a team that puts patients first and enjoys the process, you belong with us! Our doctor-led, patient-first approach has driven our rapid growth. At FYi, you'll have a meaningful impact on people's lives and have fun doing it.

At FYihealth group, our core values are Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Opportunity. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are happy to provide accommodations, should they be required, at any point in the application process. If you require an accommodation, please let us know. All accommodation information will be kept confidential and used solely to ensure an accessible candidate experience.

FYihealth group aims to create a comprehensive rewards package to attract and retain top talent. The expected starting compensation for this position is between $18.92 to $22.96 hourly, considering factors like experience, skills, and qualifications. Base pay is just one component of our overall Total Rewards offering. We look forward to speaking with you more about our continued dedication to our team's overall well-being and growth.