*IMMEDIATE START AVAILABLE*

*WOULD SUIT SOMEONE LOOKING FOR UP TO 1-3 DAYS PER WEEK WITH AVAILABILITY TO WORK VARIED DAYS TO COVER STAFF PERSONAL LEAVE AND FOR ONGOING ROLE*

About the business and the role

We are a busy single doctor Ophthalmic practice looking for another team member to join our amazing team for an ongoing position.

We are seeking an Ophthalmic Technician /Receptionist. Looking for someone with the ability to multi-task to work in varied roles interchanging when necessary.

The position is classed as "Casual" but is ongoing and has become available purely due to current staff changes in family/health/lifestyle/education/change of professional situations.

As we are a very busy clinic, the successful candidate must be able to work in a fast paced environment whilst maintaining high standards of attention to detail and time management working alongside other valued team members and must possess a flexible attitude.

The candidate needs to be enthusiastic about learning new skills if required and building upon existing skills and be open to receiving feedback in a positive manner and have excellent interpersonal skills.

It is expected that you are punctual and well presented at all times.

There is a 4 week cyclical roster and the hours can vary to cover staff/doctor leave and clinic work load.

*APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A COVERING LETTER ADDRESSING ASPECTS OF THIS POSITION AND A MINIMUM OF 2 RELEVANT REFERREES ABLE TO BE CONTACTED FOR VERIFICATION.

Job tasks & responsibilities:

Ophthalmic Technician duties:

VA

IOP

Administering drops

OCT

Photos

Fields Testing

IOL measurements

Assist with Intravitreal Injections & minor procedures

Reception & Administration duties:

Answering phone

Making appointments

Taking detailed information from other medical institutions

Billing

Scanning

Filing

Booking surgeries & surgery preparations

General duties:

Preparing consult rooms

Assist the Dr and Practice Manager where necessary

Skills & experience:

Previous Ophthalmic Technical experience or Optical role experience would be an added bonus

Exceptional Communication skills

Medical Clinic Reception/Administration skills with high level computer competency

Use of Online Appointment booking program ie Shexie or equivalent programs

Experience with data entry, Medicare and DVA claims & Eclipse

Exceptional eye for details, accuracy, recall and documentation when communicating with patients, family members, carers and other medical institutions/doctors

Ability to work under pressure and be open to receiving feedback where improvements are required

Exhibit quick responses to clinic requirements and have a flexible open attitude to adapt to all changing demands

Be prepared to evolve with a growing practice

Be able to work within a team harmoniously in shared roles and also work autonomously

Possess great organisational/time management skills

Must be Australian citizen to apply for this position

Job benefits and perks

You would be joining an existing amazing team looking to welcome you into their 'work family'.

If you enjoy the challenge of a varied role, busy clinic environment and want to be part of a supportive cohesive team we would love to hear from you.

*ONLY APPLICANTS WHO ARE INVITED TO INTERVIEW WILL RECEIVE REPLIES*