Ophthalmic Clinical Assistant – Full time position

Port Macquarie Eye Centre is looking for motivated Ophthalmic Clinical Assistant to join our team.

Our 8 ophthalmologists look after the ocular health of patients throughout the Mid North Coast and are assisted by our highly skilled clinical team.

Our practice encompasses the full range of ophthalmology including retina, paediatrics, cataract, glaucoma, diabetes and oculoplastics.

Your new role

We are looking for a friendly and professional Ophthalmic Clinical Assistantreporting directly to the Clinical Team Manager.

You will be working in a busy clinic taking history, assessing vision, conducting scans or tests to assess pressures, pachymetry, OCT, field testing, corneal topography.

If you love helping people and enjoy working in fast paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

What you will get in return

Excellent experience working in an excellent team environment

Introductory education in ocular health

Full training and support are provided

Entry level role, paid in line with Health Professionals and Support Services Award 2020, Support Services Employee – Level 1 & 2

Key responsibility





Greeting patients, delivering a high level of service to our patients.

Collecting patient history, accurately entering details into medical computer software

Perform ancillary tests and scans for doctors

Measuring the patients glasses strength and baseline vision measurements required by doctors.

Maintain patient flow by distributing patients to appropriate waiting room or consult room. Our clinic sees up to 150 patients per day.

Assist all doctors, orthoptists and other staff with admin tasks, clinic flow, cleaning & restocking rooms.

Raising software and equipment queries to ensure smooth clinic function.

Experience and Attributes

Exceptional customer service skills with previous experience in optometry or ophthalmic practices highly regarded

Excellent communication skills including a professional and friendly manner

Computer skills and a knowledge of medical software

Ability to multi-task and prioritise urgency of tasks

Ability to work as team and independently

Neat and professional presentation

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📌 Ophthalmic Clinical Assistant (Port Macquarie)
🏢 Port Macquarie Eye Centre
📍 Port Macquarie