Currently, our growing team is looking for an Optometric Assistant who can work with us on a permanent, full-time basis at our LMC clinic in Vaughan.
The Optometric Assistant supports our Eye Care clinic and Optometrists.
Responsibilities:
Help customers find the best and most suitable products that meet their needs
Take measurements, fit, adjust, repair & dispense eyeglasses, contact lenses
Conduct pretest procedures on patients to help make eye appointments more efficient
Facilitate patient referrals to other health care professionals
Work in partnership with an Optometrist to serve the needs of your clients
Work in collaboration with your team members to maximize store profits
Meet and exceed optical sales targets
Requirements:
One year experience in an optical setting
High School or College Graduate
Ophthalmic Assistant diploma preferred
Excellent verbal and communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills, friendly and caring, outgoing personality
Customer service experience is essential
Must be proficient with computers and monetary transactions
Able to follow directions and take personal responsibility for actions
Must demonstrate strong time management and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and in a team
Fashionable professional attire
Passion for learning and dealing with people
Able to follow through on tasks with attention to detail
Able to multitask
Our Mission:
Enabling Wellness, Embracing Learning, Expanding the Therapeutic Horizon
Organization Profile:
LMC Healthcare (LMC) is Canada’s largest specialist care provider in diabetes, endocrinology & metabolism. We’re transforming diabetes care by making it more accessible, comprehensive and patient-centric than ever before. LMC has 15 multi-disciplinary centers of excellence and 20 clinical research sites located in 3 provinces (Ontario, Alberta, and Quebec). Our 60+ Endocrinologists, many of whom are nationally renowned for their areas of expertise, are supported by an interdisciplinary team of highly qualified Medical Office Administrators, Medical Assistants, Registered Nurses, Registered Dietitians, Physician Assistants, Pharmacists, Optometrists, Opticians, Optical Assistants, Chiropodists and Clinical Research Professionals.