Overview
Languages
English
Education
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College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
- or equivalent experience
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
Asset languages
Work setting
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Ophthalmic or optical laboratory
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Optical retail store
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Medical clinic
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Urban area
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Office of health care professional
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Interview patients to obtain case histories
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Schedule and confirm appointments
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Complete insurance and other claim forms
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Maintain filing system
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Order supplies and maintain inventory
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Determine and establish office procedures and routines
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Enter and format electronically based medical reports and correspondence and prepare spreadsheets and documents for review
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Initiate and maintain confidential medical files and records
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Prepare draft agendas for meetings and take, transcribe and distribute minutes
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Perform general clerical duties
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Order supplies and equipment
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Maintain inventory of equipment
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Collect statistics
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Clean and maintain equipment
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Organize and maintain inventory
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MS Office
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Canadian Certified Optometric Assistant Program (CCOA)
Experience and specialization
Computer and technology knowledge
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MS Word
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Electronic mail
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MS Excel
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MS Windows
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MS PowerPoint
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Fast-paced environment
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Work under pressure
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Attention to detail
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Repetitive tasks
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Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Personal suitability
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Accurate
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Client focus
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Excellent oral communication
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Excellent written communication
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Flexibility
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Initiative
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Judgement
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Organized
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Reliability
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Team player
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Dependability
Benefits
Health benefits
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Health care plan
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Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
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Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for newcomers and refugees
- Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees
- Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
- Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
- Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
- Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition
- Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees
- Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees
Who can apply to this job?
Only apply to this job if:
- You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
- You have a valid Canadian work permit.
If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.