Ophthalmic Medical Assistants Specific Skills

Operate ophthalmic testing and measuring instruments, record test results and administer eye drops, ointments and medications as directed by ophthalmologists

Personal Suitability

Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Accurate; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Dependability; Judgement; Reliability; Organized

Work Location Information Urban area

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Repetitive tasks; Manual dexterity; Attention to detail; Ability to distinguish between colours; Sound discrimination; Sitting; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Walking; Bending, crouching, kneeling; Tight deadlines

Transportation/Travel Information Own transportation

Work Setting

Private sector; Optical retail store; Medical clinic; Office of health care professional; Health care institution, facility or clinic

Additional Skills

Schedule and confirm appointments; Provide basic information to clients and the public; Perform receptionist duties; Perform general clerical duties; Order office supplies; Order supplies and equipment; Maintain inventory of equipment; Clean and maintain equipment; Organize and maintain inventory

Business Equipment and Computer Applications

Adobe Acrobat Reader; Word processing software; MS Excel; MS Windows; MS Word; Electronic scheduler; Database software; Computerized recording equipment; Colour printer; Electronic mail; Computer assisted records management system; MS Office; Tablet computer; MS Outlook

Baggage and Cargo Agent Specific Skills Maintain work records and logs

Experience 7 months to less than 1 year

Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Languages English