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Ophthalmic Assistant

Halton Healthcare·Oakville, Ontario

CA$29 - CA$34/hr·Part Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

Provide comprehensive care to eye clinic patients by performing specialized diagnostic tests and clinical work-ups. Responsibilities also include managing medical supplies, cleaning equipment, and preparing rooms for ophthalmic procedures.

Company DescriptionHalton Healthcare’s vision of Exemplary patient experiences, always, goes beyond just the patient experience; it has shaped our entire culture and remains at the core of every interaction in our organization, from our patients & families to our staff, physicians and volunteers.

We believe in exemplary PEOPLE experiences always!

At Halton Healthcare you will thrive in a healthcare culture and environment that embraces inclusion, diversity and belonging with ‘exemplary patient care, always’ at the heart of everything we do.

We empower our people to be the very best they can be so they can make a difference for our patients and the communities we serve.

Halton Healthcare takes great pride in providing quality, compassionate healthcare services to our rapidly growing communities.

As a progressive and vibrant healthcare organization, we are committed to being an innovative center of excellence in community hospital care.

Job DescriptionTo provide care to patients and their families who visit the eye clinic.

Specifically, to perform Humphrey Visual Field Testing, Pachymetry, Lensometry, and Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)Perform work-ups including completion of health history, V/A and IOP checks, pupil assessment, color test and instilling dropsPerform A Scan, B Scan, Fundus Photos, IVFA, Specular Microscope and Goldmann Visual FieldOrdering and stocking of supplies (including pharmacy supplies)Care and cleaning of equipment including calibrationSet-up of rooms for procedures such as intravitreal injection, laser treatment, Chalazion removal trays…etc.QualificationsHalton Healthcare endeavors to hire individuals who are competent in their chosen profession and who exemplify our mission, vision and values of accountability, respect and compassion which guide our individual behaviours and attitudes.

J.C.A.H.P.O.

Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) requiredExperience with OCT required Experience with EMRExcellent knowledge of Humphrey Visual Field Testing, including software Knowledge of the use of manual Lensometer Excellent skills to function independently and within the interdisciplinary team Strong knowledge and skills of providing care to a full range of patients Strong communication skills, written and verbal Satisfactory attendance, clean employment recordAdditional InformationHours of work: Monday - Friday Days; 0700-1500, 0800-1600, 0900-1700 (subject to change based on operational requirements) Positions: 2Salary range: $29.419 - $33.862 per hourDate Posted: March 31, 2026Internal applications due by: April 7, 2026REF3352PHalton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our operations, policies and culture.

If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by a job well done, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient satisfaction as we are, we'd like to hear from you.

Please attach your current resume directly to this posting.Please note that while this job is posted on Halton Healthcare's career page, it may also appear on third-party job boards.

These external platforms may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence, for candidate screening and matching.

We do not control or influence these processes.

To ensure your application is reviewed by our team, we recommend applying directly through our Halton Healthcare careers site.

We thank all those who apply but only those individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted.Halton Healthcare is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Healthcare will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process.

If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs to ensure your equal participation.The Ontario Public Hospitals Act mandates that hospitals establish health surveillance programs for all individuals working within the hospital.

This regulation requires proof of immunity for certain diseases and as a result, Halton Healthcare requires all new hires to receive pre-employment medical clearance by our Health, Safety & Wellness team, prior to their start date, as a condition of employment.

This includes demonstrating compliance with Halton Healthcare’s Immunization Policies.All new hires must be fully compliant with our Vaccination Policy as a condition of employment with Halton Healthcare.

Successful applicants will be required to provide proof of vaccination or proof of a documented medical exemption as part of the hiring process.All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

FTE

  • Must provide availability of a 0.40
  • FTE
  • Union
  • Status: NON UNION
  • Shift
  • Schedule (Hours are subject to change based on operational needs): Mon-Fri – 7.5 hour day shifts
  • Employment
  • Status:
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • Department:
  • OT
  • Ophthalmology
  • Site
  • Location: Oakville

Requirements

Candidates must be a Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) with required experience in OCT and EMR systems. Proficiency in Humphrey Visual Field Testing and manual lensometry is essential.

  • professional certificate
  • Communication Skills
  • Patient Care
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • EMR
  • Equipment Calibration
  • Lensometry
  • Pachymetry
  • Optical Coherence Tomography
  • Humphrey Visual Field Testing
  • A Scan
  • B Scan
  • Fundus Photos
  • IVFA
  • Specular Microscope
  • Goldmann Visual Field
  • Clinical Work-ups

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
CA$29 - CA$34/hr
Location
Oakville, Ontario
Posted
Jul 17, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Halton Healthcare

Halton Healthcare is a healthcare organization comprised of three community hospitals - Georgetown Hospital, Milton District Hospital and Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital. Together these hospitals, along with their community locations, provide healthcare services to nearly...

Salary listed on 79 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size5,001-10,000 employees
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Market context

Ophthalmic assistant roles remain competitive in Ontario

In Ontario, ophthalmic assistant openings are often competitive because clinics look for candidates who can work confidently with OCT and EMR systems while also handling Humphrey Visual Field Testing and manual lensometry. COT certification and proven hands-on experience can help you stand out, especially when employers need someone who can support patient flow with minimal training. On this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time. Before applying, match your resume to the listed testing and imaging tools and note any direct clinic experience.

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