Job Description

Ophthalmic Clinical Assistant – Full time position

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

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

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

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Your new role

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

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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.

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

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What you will get in return

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Great experience working in an excellent team environment

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Introductory education in ocular health

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Full training and support are provided

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

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Key responsibility

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

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Collecting patient history, accurately entering details into medical computer software

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Perform ancillary tests and scans for doctors

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

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

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

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Raising software and equipment queries to ensure smooth clinic function.

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Experience and Attributes

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

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Excellent communication skills including a professional and friendly manner

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Computer skills and a knowledge of medical software

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Ability to multi-task and prioritise urgency of tasks

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Ability to work as team and independently

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Neat and professional presentation

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