Cloudbreak Eye Care Ophthalmologist Assistant/Scribe Full Time in Calgary, AB

Overview

Cloudbreak Eye Care

Branch Calgary AB CA

Position:
Ophthalmologist Assistant/Scribe
Location:
Calgary, AB

Excellent patient service skills with an aptitude to understand the patients’ conditions; Returning phone calls to patients and other healthcare professionals…

Job Summary

About Cloudbreak Eye Care

Cloudbreak Eye Care is a Glaucoma, Advanced Anterior Segment, and Comprehensive Ophthalmology Clinic. Our trusted specialists strive to offer our patients the most advanced services, procedures and technologies. We are committed to enhancing our patients’ quality of life through better vision. Our dynamic environment offers ample opportunities for growth and development and we believe that our people are our greatest asset.

Why work at Cloudbreak Eye Care

• We are team-oriented and physician-led
• We place the needs of the patient first
• We offer market-based, competitive salaries and benefits
• We invest in learning and professional development

Position Summary

Assist the physician within the clinic setting and during patient examination. Perform room loading and basic patient prep and complete charting, letters, referrals, discussions, etc. as directed by physician or supervisor in a fast paced and high volume practice. Perform clerical functions and assist with basic training of non-certified technicians and students.

Position available:

• Physician Scribe/Assistant

Please note that this position will include some weekend shifts.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Efficiently and accurately documenting all pertinent information in patient records (EMR) during physician examination;
• History, Visual Acuity, Pupil Assessment, Goldmann Applanation, Colour Vision, Instilling drops, etc.
• Explaining the purpose of each test and demonstrating proactive assessment;
• Discussing and reviewing ophthalmic surgery options as offered by the surgeon;
• Communicating with patients regarding follow-up care, pre and post-operative care, testing, possible symptoms, changes in appointment times etc;
• Returning phone calls to patients and other healthcare professionals in a timely manner;
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

• High School Diploma or equivalent;
• 1+ years of previous experience in an ophthalmic setting strongly preferred;
• Completion of your COA is an asset;

Skills:

• Excellent patient service skills with an aptitude to understand the patients’ conditions;
• Strong computer skills, highly skilled in Microsoft Office with previous EMR experience;
• Above average typing speed and accuracy;
• Ability to quickly grasp and adapt to new programs and equipment;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Self-motivation to deliver high quality results;
• Present a cheerful, friendly and professional image to patients and fellow employees;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment;
• Ability to demonstrate consistent initiative and a team attitude;
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work unsupervised or with minimal supervision.

This is a full-time permanent position. Salary – commensurate with experience as well as relevant certification, with a standard company benefits package. Applicant may be eligible for an annual salary increase and/or annual bonus, based on performance.

*Only the applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Cloudbreak Eye Care is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce, encouraging applications from all qualified individuals.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Location:

• Calgary, AB

Required education:

• High school or equivalent

Required experience:

• Ophthalmology: 1 year

Required language:

• English