Job Description

Applicants are invited to join our team as an Ophthalmic and Administrative Assistant at busy Ophthalmologist's Office at Sunridge Professional Centre located at 2675 - 36 Street NE (close to Peter Lougheed Hospital).Due to the large number of applicants, we request that all candidate complete the Indeed Skills Testing and Phone Screen. Regrettably, we are unable to respond to incomplete applications.About the position:This position would be ideal for candidates looking for a long-term career and job security. Starting salary will depend upon existing qualifications and demonstrated proficiency during interview process. The higher end of the posted wage scale is for candidates whose skills testing and Job Shadow are outstanding and/or with specific training/experience in medical and/or ophthalmology clinics. Increase in salary is strictly dependent on performance-based merit.About us:We a small group of individuals from a varied background that bring our collective strengths and experience to the kind caring of our patients. We place the highest priority in taking care of our patients as well as ensure a respectful working environment that encourages individual growth and building of confidence through a positive learning experience. One of our strengths is an emphasis on sharing and teaching each other by our experience; one persons lesson becomes everyone's lesson.JOB REQUIREMENTS for Ophthalmic and Administrative Assistant

• Basic Computer skills (MS Word) and excellent typing skills are required. We are looking for candidates with excellent skills (multitasking, typing, communicating, thinking etc.) and we will train the successful candidate in all office procedures.
• Previous customer service-based experience is an asset.
• The ideal candidate will have demonstrated stability/commitment at previous positions.
• Medical transcription skill is not required. No prior experience required with medical software. We will provide our new Receptionist/Ophthalmic & Administrative Assistant with on the job training for medical software.
• Medical Office Assistant (MOA) Certificate NOT required
• Reception/Administrative Assistant experience NOT required
• No evenings or weekend shifts.

We are looking for a highly motivated and energetic individual with ability to multi-task, communicate courteously and effectively with patients and other medical offices, hospitals and surgical facilities. Our entire interview process is focused on screening for the above mentioned skills. The ability to speak an additional language - even at a basic level - would be an asset.Candidates who have been granted a work permit are advised to carefully review the restrictions noted at the bottom of the certificate. Certificates that state Not authorized to work in Health Service Field Occupations will preclude a candidate from working in medical clinics. This restriction can be addressed by completing a medical exam demonstrating good health and then reapplying for a new work permit which takes time to complete. Please contact Immigration Canada for more details.Graduated Medical Benefits are available to all staffJob Type: PermanentPay: $15.00-$25.00 per hourBenefits:

• Extended health care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: In person