Personal Suitability

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

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Attention to detail; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Standing for extended periods; Bending, crouching, kneeling

Security and Safety Criminal record check

Work Setting

Ophthalmic or optical laboratory; Optical dispensary; Office of health care professional

Additional Skills

Schedule and confirm appointments; Order supplies and equipment; Maintain inventory of equipment; Clean and maintain equipment; Perform reception and clerical duties

Business Equipment and Computer Applications MS Excel; MS Windows; MS Word

Specific Skills

Advise on use and care of contact lenses; Cut and edge lenses and fit lenses into frames; Assist clients in selecting eyeglasses; Organize and maintain inventory; Adjust finished eyeglasses to fit client; Obtain specifications for eyeglasses or contact lenses and fit clients with prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses

Experience 2 years to less than 3 years

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

Canadian Certified Optometric Assistant Program (CCOA)

Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Languages English