Surgical Assistant

Vision Group; Dieppe; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free LASIK surgery

3 weeks vacation

3 sick days

1 floater

Wellness day

Group insurance

Telemedicine

RRSP match

Job summary

Vision Group’s LASIK MD partner is hiring a Surgical Assistant to join a dedicated ophthalmology team. You will assist the surgeon, prepare the operating room and instruments, and ensure smooth coordination for each intervention.

You will develop specialized knowledge of intraocular technologies, maintain high accuracy, and thrive in a fast-paced surgical setting with English and French communication. A strong team player attitude is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in health care is an asset.
• Proficiency with computers, tech and EMR systems is an asset.
• Strong communication skills in English and French.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the room and instruments before procedures.
• Coordinate interventions with the ophthalmologist and team.
• Work closely with surgeons and assist during intraocular procedures.
• Develop expertise in tools and technologies used in intraocular care.
• Maintain precision and calm efficiency in the operating room.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Bilingual EN/FR

Job description

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SURGICAL ASSISTANT

Working for LASIK MD (a partner of Vision Group) is to help improve people's eyesight. It is having the feeling of a mission accomplished and a job well done. It is seeing happiness in the eyes of patients and realizing that you have changed the way they see life. All of this can be achieved while having the opportunity to build a stable and rewarding career that meets your full potential.

Join our team, where our Great Place to Work® certification represents our commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive culture for every member of our organization.

A look at your benefits

• You have a permanent full-time position (35-37hrs/week).
• You benefit from a free LASIK surgery, 3 weeks of vacation, 3 sick days, 1 floater & 1 wellness day.
• You benefit from group insurance, telemedicine & RRSP match.
• You work with experts in Ophthalmology & you can count yourself as a team member of one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.

Your tasks at a glance

• You work closely with the ophthalmologist; you anticipate their actions while following protocols.
• You like working in a team and know by heart the actions to take to coordinate each intervention.
• You are the person the surgeon relies on to prepare the room and its tools before the procedure.
• You will become a specialist in the tools and technologies used in intraocular procedures.
• You are comfortable working on your feet in the operating room.
• You are a stickler for details and work with precision and accuracy.

A clear view of your assets

• You have a sense of responsibility and take your role seriously.
• You have a definite interest in the field of health and high-tech devices.
• You are comfortable with computers, technology, and Microsoft 365 (knowledge of EMR systems is an asset).
• You find it easy to connect with others and quickly build trust.
• Your experience in the health care field is considered an asset (ex: optometric assistant, orderly, dental assistant, pharmacy lab technician, sterilization assistant, animal health technician assistant, etc.).
• You have excellent communication skills, you speak English et français également (advanced intermediate level of French required due to the nature of the tasks or interactions with our French-speaking patients).
• Schedule: You are available to work Monday to Friday from 7:00 am until the end of the surgery schedule.

Address:30 Englehart St, Dieppe, NB E1A 8H3 .

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