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Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Tasks: Administer eye drops, ointments and medications as directed by ophthalmologists. Follow through on treatment programs with patients. Maintain inventories of medications and pharmaceutical products. Operate ophthalmic testing and measuring instruments. Clean and maintain equipment. Prepare and maintain equipment and supplies. Operate and maintain sterilization equipment and instrumentation for re-use according to standardized safety practices. Process claims such as health insurance or workers compensation. Maintain supplies. Maintain inventory of equipment. Perform general clerical duties. Process files and paperwork. Schedule and confirm appointments. Take patients' general medical and ophthalmic history. Manage routine office functions including reception, telephone and booking appointments. Order supplies and equipment. Organize and maintain inventory. Administer medications. Obtain specifications for eyeglasses and contact lenses from a prescription prepared by an ophthalmologist or optometrist. Examine the results of the tests. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Repetitive tasks. Attention to detail. Personal suitability: Accurate. Client focus. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Flexibility. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Experience: Experience an asset.