TLC Laser Eye Centres·Oakville, Ontario
Assist ophthalmologists during intraocular lens procedures by preparing the operating room and anticipating the surgeon's needs. Support patient care from start to finish while adhering to safety and risk management protocols.
See if you are our next: SURGICAL ASSISTANT (Intraocular lens procedures) | Oakville, ON
Being a Surgical Assistant at TLC Laser Eye Centre (an affiliated entity of Vision Group) means helping the surgeon in the operating room. It means anticipating their actions and preparing their work tools. It means teaming up with them and the other caregivers to support the patient from the start to the end of their experience. All this while seeing with your own eyes the happiness of a clear vision regained.
Join our team, where our Great Place to Work® certification represents our commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive culture for every member of our organization.
The wage range for this role is between $23.22 - $26.70/hr.
A look at your benefits
You are eligible to receive a bonus.
You have a permanent full-time position (approx. 35hrs/week). Please note that weekly hours are based on operational needs, may vary, and are not guaranteed.
You benefit from a free LASIK surgery, 3 weeks of vacation, 3 sick days & 1 wellness day.
You benefit from group insurance, telemedicine & RRSP match.
You work with experts in Ophthalmology & you can count yourself as a team member of one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.
Your tasks at a glance
You work closely with the ophthalmologist; you anticipate their actions while following protocols.
You like working in a team and know by heart the actions to take to coordinate each intervention.
You are the person the surgeon relies on to prepare the room and its tools before the procedure.
You will become a specialist in the tools and technologies used in intraocular procedures.
You are comfortable working on your feet in the operating room.
You are a stickler for details and work with precision and accuracy.
You support the organization’s Risk Management program by identifying and promptly reporting patient safety concerns, incidents, or potential risks to clinic management, to assist in the organization’s overall efforts to identify, report, and mitigate risks.
A clear view of your assets
You have excellent communication skills in English.
You find it easy to connect with others and quickly build trust.
You have a sense of responsibility and take your role seriously.
You have a definite interest in the field of health and in helping others.
You are comfortable with computers, technology, and Microsoft 365 (knowledge of EMR systems is an asset).
Your experience in the healthcare field is considered an asset (Optometric Assistant, Orderly, Dental Assistant, Pharmacy Lab Technician, Sterilization Assistant, Animal Health Technician, Veterinary Assistant, Medical Device Reprocessing Technician, etc.).
Schedule: You have flexible availability Monday through Friday, shifts typically vary between 7:00am - 5:00pm (based on the surgical schedule), with rotational Saturdays.
From our point of view If you think you are the right candidate for this position and are ready to join a passionate and dedicated team, apply now.
Candidates should have excellent English communication skills and a strong interest in healthcare. Previous experience in healthcare roles such as dental or optometric assisting is considered an asset.
Market context
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