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Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Work setting: Urban area. Optical retail store. Office of health care professional. Medical clinic. Ophthalmic or optical laboratory. Private practice. Tasks: Assist health care professionals. 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. Computer and technology knowledge: MS Excel. MS Office. MS Outlook. MS Windows. MS Word. Computer assisted records management system. Area of specialization: Obtain specifications for eyeglasses or contact lenses and fit clients with prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Bondable. Drug test. Confidential security clearance. Basic security clearance. Enhanced reliability security clearance. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Repetitive tasks. Manual dexterity. Attention to detail. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Standing for extended periods. Personal suitability: Accurate. Client focus. Dependability. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Flexibility. Initiative. Interpersonal awareness. Judgement. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Creativity. Screening questions: Are you authorized to work in Canada?. Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?. Experience: Experience an asset. Health benefits: Dental plan. Health care plan. Vision care benefits. Financial benefits: Group insurance benefits. Other benefits: Free parking available. Learning/training paid by employer. Team building opportunities. Parking available. Travel insurance.